1 c. cut up fresh cauliflower
1 c. cut fresh carrots
1/2 c. onion, diced
1 c. cut up fresh broccoli
1/2 c. celery, diced

(Can use any fresh vegetable - do not use corn)

Place in 3-quart large saucepan. Put just enough water to simmer.

3 c. hot water
1 tbsp. salt
1 cube butter

Bring to a boil, add 3 cups instant rice. Remove from heat and cover. Wait 2 minutes. Then add:

2 cans chunk tuna (drain oil off)
2 cans cream of chicken soup (do not dilute)
1 can cheddar cheese soup (do not dilute)
1 can Chinese noodles (Chow Mein)
1 sm. container sour cream

Stir until blended. Place in large casserole (4 quart); cover with bread crumbs. Put aluminum foil over it. Place in oven at 300 degrees for 30 minutes. If you like it spicy, add a little stone-ground black pepper. Remember, a little goes a long way. Serves a large group, 10-12.