Cheesy Beef and Wild Rice Casserole

INGREDIENTS

1 lb

lean ground beef

1/2

onion (chopped)

bag mixed vegetables, California blend (thawed)

box original recipe long grain and wild rice (Uncle Ben's) (prepared as directed)

1 10.5 ounce can

cream of celery soup

1 8 ounce can

tomato sauce

2 cups

shredded 4 State Cheddar (divided)

1 tsp

salt

1/2 tsp

ground black pepper

2 tsp

dried Italian seasoning