Spicy Beef Sloppy Joes

2 lb lean ground beef
2 (16 oz) jars salsa
3 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
1 ½ cups shredded carrots (3 medium)
1 ½ cups finely chopped red and/or green bell pepper
1/3 cup tomato paste
2 tsp dried basil, crushed
1 tsp dried oregano, crushed
½ tsp salt
¼ tsp cayenne pepper
4 cloves garlic, minced

In a skillet, cook beef over medium heat until brown, stirring to break meat into pieces. Drain fat. In slow cooker, stir together beef and remaining ingredients.

Cover; cook on high for 2-3 hours or low for 4-6 hours.