1 lb. ground beef
1 lg. bunch celery, finely diced
1 onion, chopped
1 green pepper, chopped
2/3 c. water
1/2 tsp. salt
1 can mushroom soup
1 can chow mein noodles (save 1/3 for top)
1 can mushrooms (or use fresh)

Brown celery, onions, pepper, and ground beef. Drain. Then add rest of ingredients. Put in 9x13 inch pan or 2 (1 quart) casserole dishes. Sprinkle remainder of noodles on top. Bake uncovered for 1/2 hour in 350 degree oven. Leftovers freeze well.