Kodiak Casserole

A tasty ground beef and noodle casserole hearty enough to satisfy hungry appetites as big as the Kodiak.

Recipe Ingredients:

1 pound lean ground beef
1 cup chopped onion
1 garlic clove, finely minced
2 cup chopped celery
1 1/2 cups chopped green pepper
1/2 (5.75-ounce) jar stuffed green olives, undrained
1/2 (4-ounce) can mushroom stems and pieces, undrained
1/2 (10.75-ounce) can condensed tomato soup, undiluted
1/2 (8-ounce) jar picante sauce
1/2 (18-ounce) bottle barbecue sauce
2 cups dry egg noodles, cooked and drained
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Cooking Directions:

1. In a Dutch oven, brown ground beef with onions and garlic; drain.
2. Add remaining ingredients except cheese; mix well. Place in a greased casserole dish; cover and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 1 hour or until hot and bubbly.
3. Sprinkle with cheese just before serving.

Makes 6 servings.