1 1/2 lb. ground beef
1 c. chopped onion
1 clove garlic, minced
2 c. sliced celery
1 can cream of mushroom soup
10 oz. frozen mixed vegetables or fresh
2 c. cooked rice
2 tbsp. soy sauce
2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. pepper
1 can (3 oz.) Chinese noodles

Brown meat, onions and garlic in lightly greased skillet. Drain well. Add the celery, soup and thawed vegetables. Stir in the rice and seasonings.

Turn into a greased 2 1/2 quart casserole. Cover and bake at 350 degrees for 25 minutes. Remove. Cover and top with the Chinese noodles. Return to the oven for 5 minutes. Serves 6-8.