1 lb. ground beef
1 pkg. onion gravy mix
1/4 tsp. garlic salt
1 1/2 c. water
1/3 c. rice, uncooked
1 box frozen peas, thawed
8 oz. can water chestnuts, drained (opt.)
1 (2.8 oz.) can Durkee French fried onions

Brown ground beef and drain off fat. Blend in gravy mix, garlic salt, water and uncooked rice. Bring to boil, reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes. Stir in peas and water chestnuts. Continue to simmer until rice is done. Stir in onions. Bake at 350 degrees for 1 hour. Can be served with soy sauce.