Dump and Go Crockpot Cowboy Stew Recipe

I think it's safe to say we are all in a committed relationship with our crockpots.  I know I am.  But one of the things that has annoyed me for years is the fact that there is often times a TON of prep work before you can dump and go.  For example, you need to cook your ground beef, sauté the veggies, make the sauce, etc.  Listen, if I'm using a slow cooker it's because I ain't got time to be messing with all that in the first place.  That is why I LOVE this Dump and Go Crockpot Cowboy Stew Recipe.  It is a TRUE dump and go kind of meal that everyone is going to love and I can't wait to share it with you.  

 Oh, and NO, NO YOU WILL NOT BE BROWNING THE GROUND BEEF FIRST and that's okay.  Anyway, without any further ado...

TIPS FOR THIS RECIPE:

Q:  Are you sure I don't have to brown the ground beef first.  

A:  Yes.  I am 100% sure.  I mean you can if you want, but it is not nessecary.  

**Browning your meat only helps to one, develop flavors, and two give you the opportunity to remove any excess fat.  I didn't find this recipe lacking in any sort of flavor and because I used a lean ground beef there was not much fat at all.  Even after it sat in the fridge all night, there were only a few beads floating at the top.  Less than a beef stew or pot roast for sure.**

Q:  Do I have to use frozen potatoes, green peppers, and onions?  

A:  No, you can use fresh and it will not altar the time any.  I just like using them when I am pressed for time.  No chopping.  I also enjoy using the O'Brian potatoes because they have the peppers and onions already in them.  Saves on money that way too.