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

1. 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.
2. Form into 1-1/2-inch balls (about 18). Place in a lightly buttered shallow 2-1/2-quart casserole.
3. Combine soup, water, catsup, remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/8 teaspoon pepper in saucepan. Bring to a boil.
4. Pour over meat balls. Cover and bake at 350 degrees 1 hour. Remove from oven and stir in Cheese spread.