1 1/2 lb. lean ground beef
1 clove garlic
2 c. sliced celery
1 can cream of mushroom soup
2 tsp. salt
1 c. chopped onions
1 tbsp. corn oil
2 tbsp. soy sauce
2 c. cooked rice
1/2 tsp. black pepper
1 pkg. (10 oz.) frozen mixed vegetables
1 can (3 oz.) Chinese noodles

Brown meat, onions and garlic in oil. Add celery, soup and thawed vegetables. Stir in rice and seasonings. Turn into a greased 2 1/2 quart casserole dish. Cover and bake for 25 minutes at 350 degrees. Remove cover and top with Chinese noodles. Return to the oven for 5 minutes.