1 c. chopped onion
1 c. chopped bell pepper
1 c. chopped celery
1 round steak, cut into bite size pieces
1 can golden mushroom soup
2 c. minute rice
1/2 stick butter
American cheese
Almonds (optional)
Mushrooms (optional)

Brown onion, bell pepper, and celery in butter. In separate skillet, brown the round steak. Combine onion, bell pepper, celery, and round steak. Stir in soup and 1/2 can water. Add uncooked rice, almonds, and mushrooms (if desired). Cook 10 minutes over low heat. Pour into 1 1/2 quart casserole dish and cover. Bake at 325 degrees for about 20 minutes. Remove lid; top with cheese. Bake until cheese melts.