Italian Beef and Rice

Makes 6 servings.

Ingredients

 * 1 pound lean ground beef
 * ½ cup finely chopped onion
 * ½ cup soft breadcrumbs
 * ½ teaspoon garlic powder
 * ½ teaspoon oregano leaves
 * 1 egg, beaten
 * 1 tablespoon worcestershire sauce
 * 1 x 10¾-ounce can condensed cream of celery soup
 * 1 x 8-ounce can stewed tomatoes
 * ½ cup water
 * 1 x 10-ounce package frozen peas and carrots, thawed
 * 3 cups hot cooked rice

Directions

 * 1) Combine beef, onion, breadcrumbs, garlic powder, oregano, egg and worcestershire sauce; mix well.
 * 2) Form into 6 patties about ½ inch thick.
 * 3) Place in greased shallow 2-quart baking dish.
 * 4) Bake at 450°F for 15 minutes.
 * 5) Blend soup, tomatoes and water; pour over meat patties.
 * 6) Sprinkle with peas and carrots.
 * 7) Cover, reduce heat to 350°F, and continue baking 30 minutes.
 * 8) Serve over hot rice.