Spanish Wheat

2 lbs ground beef
1 large onion, chopped
1 tsp chili powder
2 cups celery and leaves, chopped
½ green pepper, chopped
1 tsp garlic salt
1 large can tomatoes
2 8oz cans tomato sauce
3-4 cups cooked cracked wheat
Salt and pepper to taste
Cheese to sprinkle on top

Prepare cracked wheat by cooking 2 cups of wheat in 4 cups of water. Brown meat until about half done; add celery, onions, green pepper, chili powder, and garlic salt. Cook until vegetables are about half done. Add tomatoes and tomato sauce and simmer until mixture is well blended (about 30 min.). Add wheat, salt and pepper, and place in a baking dish. Set aside in refrigerator for as long as desired. When ready for use, bake 30-45 min. at 350 degrees. Cheese may be sprinkled over top just before serving. 10-15 servings.