Marzetti

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 to 2 lb. ground beef
• 1 green bell pepper, chopped
• 1 large onion
• 2 c. celery stalks
• 1 c. tomato soup
• 1 c. mushroom soup
• 1 c. water
• 2 Tbsp. bacon drippings
• 1 tsp. salt and pepper
• 1 Tbsp. sugar
• 1/4 tsp. chili powder
• dash of garlic
• grated cheese (to go on top of casserole before cooking, if desired)
• 1 (12 oz.) pkg. 1/4-inch noodles, cooked and drained