Sausage Rice Casserole by Wendy

Ingredients:
2 packages (7.2 oz. each) rice pilaf
2 pounds turkey sausage
6 celery ribs, chopped
1 (12oz.) bag frozen carrots, sliced
1 can (10-3/4 oz.) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
1 can (10-3/4 oz.) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted
2 teaspoons onion powder
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Assembly:
1.  Prepare rice mixes according to the package directions.  Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook the sausage, celery and carrots over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain.

2.  In a large bowl, combine the sausage mixture, rice, soups, onion powder, garlic powder and pepper.  Transfer to two greased 11-in x 7-in. baking dishes.

3.  Cover and freeze one casserole for up to 3 months.  Bake other casserole shown below:

Day of Cooking:  Cover and bake the second casserole at 350 degrees for 40-45 min. or until vegetables are tender.

To Use Frozen Casserole:  Thaw in refrigerator overnight.  Remove from the refrigerator 30 minutes before baking.  Bake as directed. 

Yield:  2 casseroles (6-8 servings each).