Ramen noodles, ground beef and a package of frozen mixed veggies can work magic in a skillet oh so fast...ask any college student!

Asian Beef & Noodles

1 1/4 pounds ground beef
2 (3-ounce) packages Oriental-flavored instant ramen noodles, broken up
2 cups frozen vegetable mixture, such as broccoli, carrots, red peppers, water chestnuts
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
2 tablespoons thinly sliced green onion

1. Brown ground beef in large nonstick skillet over medium heat 8 to 10 minutes or until beef is not pink, breaking up into 3/4-inch crumbles. Remove beef with slotted spoon; season with one seasoning packet from noodles. Pour off drippings.
2. Place noodles in skillet. Add vegetable mixture, 2 cups water, ginger and remaining seasoning packet; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 3 minutes or until noodles are tender, stirring occasionally.
3. Return beef to skillet; heat through. Stir in green onion.

Makes 4 servings.

Recipe and photograph provided courtesy of the Beef Industry Council.