by Roxan Finnell

Created on: July 14, 2008   Last Updated: July 20, 2008

With a pound of ground beef and a few other ingredients it doesn't take much to a make a quick, easy and tasty meal. Always keep a pound or two around and you'll have the makings of just about any meal you can think of.

If you can, have it fresh ground by the butcher using beef chuck boneless pot roast. If you have a grinder at home you can make your own hamburger by running strips of the meat through. You will know what is in your hamburger and can be sure of its quality.

2 medium onion, chopped
1 bell pepper, chopped
3 stalks celery, chopped
2 tablespoons butter
2 pounds ground beef
1 can English peas
1 package noodles
1 can mushroom soup
2 cans tomato sauce
1-1 1/2 pounds grated cheese

Saute onions, bell pepper and celery in butter. Cook until tender. Add ground meat and cook on low until done. Add salt and pepper to taste. Prepare noodles and add to meat mixture. Add soup, then cheese (reserve some for the top). Place in large casserole and bake 45 minutes at 350.

There you have it, a delicious and easy casserole to feed a hungry family. Serve with a salad and garlic toast to round out the meal.

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