RAMEN-VEGETABLE BEEF SKILLET

This combination of ingredients is unique and tasty. Using ramen noodles makes it easy on the grocery budget.

—MARLENE MCALLISTER PORTLAND, MI



START TO FINISH: 30 MIN. MAKES: 4 SERVINGS


1 pound ground beef

1/2 cups sliced fresh carrots

3/4 cup sliced onion

1 cup water

1 cup shredded cabbage

1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms

1 cup chopped green pepper

3 tablespoons soy sauce

1 package (3 ounces) beef ramen noodles

1. In a large skillet, cook beef, carrots and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink and carrots are crisp-tender; drain.

2. Add water, cabbage, mushrooms, green pepper, soy sauce and contents of seasoning packet from the noodles. Break noodles into small pieces; add to pan. Cover and cook 10 minutes or until liquid is absorbed and noodles are tender.