Mama Mattson's Sloppy Joes

1 1/2 to 2 pounds ground beef (or venison)

1 medium onion, chopped

1/2 c. celery, chopped (I used two ribs.)

1/2 c. shredded carrot, optional (I used three.)

1/2 c. green pepper, chopped (I used a whole small pepper.)

2 T. brown sugar

2 T. prepared mustard

1 T. vinegar

1 t. salt

1/8 t. pepper

1 c. ketchup (to start; feel free to add more to desired taste/consistency)

Brown beef (or venison) with onion. Drain off any excess fat. Add green pepper, celery, and carrot (optional). Cook until veggies begin to get tender. Stir in brown sugar, mustard, vinegar, salt, pepper, and ketchup. Mix well and simmer 20 minutes.

Yield: a lot (?)