Ingredients

2 lbs. Ground beef
4 cups diced onions
2 cloves minced garlic
3 medium green peppers, diced
4 cups diced celery
1 jar (5-3/4 ounces) stuffed green olives, undrained
1 can (4 ounces) mushroom stems and pieces, undrained
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed tomato soup, undiluted
1 jar (8 ounces) picante sauce
1 bottle (18 ounces) barbecue sauce
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
3 to 4 cups medium egg noodles, cooked and drained
1 cup (4 ounces) shredded cheddar cheese

• In a Dutch oven, brown ground beef with onions and garlic; drain. Add remaining ingredients except cheese; mix well. 
• Cover and bake at 350 for 1 hour or until hot and bubbly. Sprinkle with the cheese just before serving.

YIELD: 16-20 servings