Ingredients

• 1¼ pounds lean ground beef
• 2 packages (3 ounces each) beef-flavored instant ramen noodles
• 2 c. frozen vegetable mixture
• ¼ tsp. ground ginger
• 2 Tbsp. green onion, thinly sliced (optional)

Directions

•In large skillet, brown ground beef over medium heat eight to 10 minutes or until no longer pink, breaking it into ¾-inch crumbles. Remove with slotted spoon; pour off drippings. Season beef with one seasoning packet from noodles; set aside. In same skillet, combine 2 cups water, noodles (broken into several pieces), vegetables, ginger and remaining seasoning packet.* Bring to a boil; reduce heat. Cover; simmer three minutes or until noodles are tender; stirring occasionally. Return beef to skillet; heat through. Stir in green onion before serving.

Makes four servings.