1 1/2 lbs. ground meat
1 c. chopped onions
1 clove minced garlic
1 tbsp. oil
2 c. chopped celery
1 can mushroom soup
1/2 c. water
1 pkg. frozen mixed vegetables
2 c. cooked rice
2 tbsp. soy sauce
2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. pepper
1 (3 oz.) can Chinese noodles

Brown meat, onions, and garlic in oil. Add celery and soup. Cook mixed vegetables in 1/2 cup water 5 minutes. Add vegetables and liquid to meat mixture. Stir in rice and seasonings. Turn into greased 2 1/2 quart casserole dish. Cover and bake 25 minutes at 350 degrees. Remove cover. Top with noodles. Return to oven for 5 minutes.