Sausage Rice

This is tasty and quick! And it didn't give me heartburn! Shocking since it has both onions and sausage...

1 lb pork sausage
2 stalks celery, diced
1 onion, diced
1 6 oz box long-grain and wild rice mix (I used Uncle Ben's and used the herb seasoning packet too)
2 cups chicken broth
1 10-oz can cream of mushroom soup
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)

Cook sausage in a skillet over medium-high heat until well browned. Drain fat. Combine browned sausage, celery, onion, rice mix, broth, soup, and cheese. Pour in a 9x13 pan. Cover with foil. Bake at 375 degrees for 30 minutes or until rice is tender. Stir casserole before serving.

Variation: Can replace sausage with ground beef