SLOW COOKER CHOP SUEY CASSEROLE

SLOW COOKER CHOP SUEY CASSEROLE


1 (1-lb.) can bean sprouts, drained (reserve ½ cup liquid)
1 (10-3/4 oz.) condensed cream of mushroom soup
2 to 3 frozen mixed vegetable, thawed
3 tablespoons soy sauce
1 (5-oz.) can chow mien noodles
2 lbs. ground beef
2 tablespoons butter
1 medium onion, chopped
1 cup sliced celery


Mix bean sprouts and ½ cup reserved liquid, condensed soup, mixed vegetable, soy sauce, and half the can of chow mien noodles in a slow cooker. Brown meat in skillet, drain and add to cooker and butter in skillet. Add onion and celery. Cook until tender and add to cooker. Mix thoroughly.

Sprinkle with remaining chow mien noodles. Cook 4 hours on HIGH or 8 hours on LOW. If creamier casserole is desired, add another can of mushroom soup or chicken with rice soup.

Yield: 8 to 12 servings.