Saute onion, pepper and celery in oil until almost transparent. Add ground beef and cook until brown. Add tomatoes, tomato paste, mushrooms, parsley and seasonings. Simmer 1 hour. Cook rice according to directions. Mix rice with sauce and place in shallow baking dish. Top with cheese. Bake at 350 for 15-20 minutes. MRS GENE SHACKELFORD (HELEN) MARVELL, AR From the book , Marvell Academy Mothers Assn, Marvell, AR 72366, ISBN 0-918544-14-9, downloaded from G Internet, G Internet.