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Hamburger Noodle Bake

5 cups uncooked egg noodles
2 pounds ground beef
1 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
2 cans (10-3/4 ounces each) condensed tomato soup, undiluted
2 cups (8 ounces) shredded cheddar cheese
1-1/2 cups water
1/2 cup chili sauce
1-1/2 cups soft bread crumbs
3 tablespoons butter, melted

Cook noodles according to package directions until almost tender;
drain. In a large skillet, cook the beef, onion and green pepper over

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Hamburger Noodle Bake cont.

medium-high heat for 10-12 minutes or until meat is no longer pink;
drain. Stir in the noodles, soup, cheese, water and chili sauce.
Transfer to two greased 8-in. square baking dishes. Toss the bread
crumbs and butter; sprinkle over casseroles. Bake one casserole,
uncovered, at 350° for 35-40 minutes or until bubbly and golden
brown. Cover and freeze the remaining casserole for up to 3 months.
To use frozen casserole: Remove from the freezer 30 minutes
before baking (do not thaw). Cover and bake at 350° for 60
minutes. Uncover; bake 10-15 minutes longer or until heated through.

Yield: 2 casseroles (4 servings each).