Ground Beef Casserole

I often 1 1/2 or double this recipe because everyone loves it so much for leftovers. If you do 1 1/2 or double it, you will need to use a larger casserole dish. We love this served with green peas.

1 lb ground beef
1 c uncooked minute rice
2 medium onions, chopped (optional)**
2 c celery, chopped
2 cans cream of mushroom soup
2 cans cream of chicken soup
2 c water

Brown meat with onions. **If you don't use the onion, then you can add onion powder as an alternative if you wish.** Mix all ingredients together and pour into 9x13 casserole baking dish. Bake at 350 uncovered for 2 hours.