Savory Sausage

2 Pounds Sausage
3/4 Cup Onion, Chopped
2 Envelopes Chicken Noodle Soup
1 Cup Slivered Almonds
1/2 Teaspoon Salt
1 Carrot, Diced
2 1/2 Cups Celery, Chopped
4 1/2 Cups Boiling Water
1 Cup Non-Instant Rice

Brown sausage in a large skillet. Drain off the grease. Add carrot, onion, and celery; saute. Combine soup mix and boiling water in large saucepan; stir in rice. Cover and simmer 20 minutes or until rice is tender. Add sausage mixture and salt; stir well. Pour into a greased baking dish. Bake at 375 for 20 minutes.