2 lbs. lean ground beef
1 c. diced celery
1/4 c. diced green pepper
3/4 c. chopped onion
1 (29 oz.) can tomatoes
1 (16 oz.) can tomatoes
1 (8 oz.) can mushroom pieces, drained
1 (8 oz.) can sliced water chestnuts, drained
1 c. cubed American process cheese
1/2 c. green olives, chopped
1/2 c. black olives, chopped
1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. black pepper
1 (6 oz.) pkg. egg noodles, uncooked
2 c. shredded Cheddar cheese

Brown ground beef; pour off accumulated grease. Add celery, green pepper, and onion. Saute. Add tomatoes and their juices. Add remaining ingredients, except Cheddar cheese. Simmer for 20 minutes. Pour into 9 x 13 inch casserole. Spread cheese on top and bake, uncovered, for 30 minutes in 350 degree oven.