1 1/2 lbs. ground beef
1 tbsp. shortening
1 med. onion, sliced
1 1/2 c. chopped celery
16 oz. bean sprouts, drained
1 c. water
1/4 c. soy sauce
1 tsp. sugar
2 tbsp. water
2 tbsp. cornstarch
Chinese noodles

Brown beef in shortening. Pour off drippings; add onions, celery, and 1 cup water. Cover tightly. Simmer 15 minutes. Add drained bean sprouts. Combine soy sauce, sugar, remaining water, and cornstarch and add to meat mixture. Continue cooking 5 minutes or until sauce is slightly thickened. Serve with Chinese noodles. Serves 6.