1 c. uncooked rice
1 lb. ground beef
1 tbsp. butter
1 tsp. salt
4 c. boiling water
1 1/2 tsp. brown sugar
2 sm. onions, diced
2 c. celery, cut sm.
2 cans cream of mushroom soup

Pour boiling water over rice. Let stand while preparing other ingredients. Brown meat and onion in butter. Remove from heat. Add all other ingredients including rice. Stir well and pour into a greased casserole dish. Bake at 350 degrees for 1 hour, covered. Uncover and bake for 30 minutes longer. Serve with tossed salad.