Happy Friday everyone!  TGIF!!!

I love a recipe that is mostly pantry staples and if it includes CHEESE, so much the better! Especially during this time when I have rewrites and stressful deadlines.  I crave comfort food.   What do you suppose Yumazitti means?

Amish Yumazitti

8 ounces wide noodles, cooked and drained
1 1/2 pounds ground beef
1/2 cup diced celery
2 tablespoons butter
1/4 teaspoon pepper
Salt to taste
1 (10 1/2 ounce) can cream of chicken soup
1 (10 ounce) can tomato paste
1/2 pound Cheddar cheese, grated

Brown meat in butter, and season with salt and pepper.

Place a layer of noodles in a 2-quart casserole, then one layer each of meat, celery, soup, tomato paste and cheese. Repeat until all the ingredients are used, ending with layer of cheese and bake, uncovered, at 350 degrees F for 1 hour.

Thanks to www.recipegoldmine.com

Enjoy!  And when you try this, PLEASE let me know what you think.  I may include this recipe in an upcoming novel if it's good.