Porcupines en Casserole

Description
Makes 6 servings

Ingredients

 * 1 pound lean ground beef
 * 1/2 cup uncooked rice
 * 1/2 cup finely chopped onion
 * 1/2 cup finely chopped celery
 * 1/2 cup chopped green pepper
 * 1 egg
 * 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
 * 2 teaspoons prepared mustard
 * 2 teaspoons salt, divided
 * 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper, divided
 * 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
 * 1 10-3/4-ounce can condensed cream of mushroom soup
 * 1/2 cup water
 * 1/4 cup tomato catsup
 * 1/3 cup pasteurized process American cheese spread*

Directions
Combine beef, rice, onion, celery, green pepper, egg, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, 1-1/2 teaspoons salt, 1/8 teaspoon pepper and garlic powder in mixing bowl. Form into 1-1/2-inch balls (about 18). Place in a lightly buttered shallow 2-1/2-quart casserole.

Combine soup, water, catsup, remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/8 teaspoon pepper in saucepan. Bring to a boil. Pour over meat balls. Cover and bake at 350 degrees 1 hour. Remove from oven and stir in cheese spread.