Slow Cooker Sloppy Joes

Ingredients:

• 2 cups carrots, grated
• 1 medium yellow squash, grated
• 1 medium zucchini, grated
• 1 medium yellow pepper, finely chopped
• 2 medium tomatoes, seeded and chopped
• 1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped
• 1/2 cup ketchup
• 3 teaspoons dried basil
• 3 tablespoons molasses
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 2 garlic cloves minced
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 pounds ground beef, extra lean
• 10 hamburger buns

Directions:

1. Clean your preparation area and wash your hands. Wash your fresh vegetables and prepare as directed. In a 5 quart slow cooker, combine all ingredients except ground beef.
2. In a large skillet, cook ground beef over medium heat 8-10 minutes or until browned. Drain, transfer into slow cooker. Stir ingredients to combine. Cook on low 5-6 hours. Using a slotted spoon, serve beef mixture on buns