Grandma's Mulligan Stew Recipe

Directions:

1. In a large heavy pot, brown the ground beef well and drain (I like brown, not gray colored meat. more flavor and eye appealing).
2. Hold the corn until the last 5-10 minutes of cooking.
3. Add remaining ingredients to the beef.
4. Add water to cover about 1/2 inch above ingredients (add more if needed later).
5. Cook until all ingredients are tender.
6. Add corn, cook another 5-10 minutes, adjust salt if needed.
7. Serve with a nice loaf of home made bread for a delightful 1 pot meal.
8. If I'm in a big hurry, I sometimes start the cooking of the squash and peppers in the microwave so they will tenderize quicker once the ingredients are combined.
9. I sometimes serve some form of potato with this to round out the meal a bit.
10. Note: I've tried adding things like onions and mushrooms, but it just isn't true Mulligan Stew and the perfection of the flavor balance is lost so I suggest you stay true to the recipe as given.