Slow Cooker Hearty Italian Sandwiches

• 1 12 lbs ground round
• 1 12 lbs Italian sausage
• 12 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, divided
• 3 teaspoons minced garlic
• 2 large green peppers, sliced
• 2 large red peppers, sliced
• 2 large onions, sliced
• 12 teaspoon seasoning salt
• 1 teaspoon ground pepper
• shredded monterey jack cheese

1. Brown meat.
2. After meat is browned, add 1/4 teaspoon red pepper and garlic and simmer until flavors blend, about 4 to 5 minutes.
3. In slow cooker, place 1/3 of onions and peppers.
4. Top with 1/2 of meat.
5. Repeat layers of vegetables and meat, topping with remaining vegetables.
6. Sprinkle with salt, pepper and remaining 1/4 teaspoon crushed pepper.
7. Cover and cook on low for 6 to 8 hours.
8. Using slotted spoon, serve 1 cup of mixture on bun.
9. Top with shredded cheese.

ground round, italian sausage, red pepper, garlic, green peppers, red peppers, onions, salt, ground pepper, cheese

Taken from www.food.com/recipe/slow-cooker-hearty-italian-sandwiches-305184 (may not work)