101 Things to Do with Ramen Noodles Part 2

Cook noodles in water according to package directions and drain. Add beef and cheese to noodles and stir until cheese is melted. Add tomatoes, if desired. Makes 2 servings.

Creamy Beef and Broccoli Noodles

3/4 pound beef sirloin, cubed 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 1 onion, cut in wedges 2 cups broccoli pieces 1 can (10.75 ounces) cream of broccoli soup, condensed 1/4 cup water 1 tablespoon soy sauce 2 packages beef ramen noodles, with seasoning packets

In a frying pan, brown beef with garlic powder until done. Stir in onion and broccoli. Cook over medium heat until vegetables are tender. Add soup, water, and soy sauce. Simmer 10 minutes.

Cook noodles in water according to package directions and drain. Add seasoning packets. Serve beef mixture over warm noodles. Makes 2 servings.

Beef Provencale

1 pound beef strips 2 tablespoons b.u.t.ter or margarine 1 onion, sliced 2 tablespoons flour 1 cup water mixed with seasoning packet 1 tomato, chopped 1 can (4 ounces) sliced mushrooms, drained 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1 package beef ramen noodles, with seasoning packet

In a frying pan, brown beef until done.

In a saucepan, heat b.u.t.ter until golden brown. Add onion and cook until tender, then discard onion. Stir in flour, over low heat, until it is brown. Remove from heat. Add water mixture and heat to boiling, stirring constantly for 1 minute. Gently stir in tomato, mushrooms, and garlic powder.

Cook noodles in water according to package directions and drain. Top warm noodles with beef and sauce. Makes 2 servings.

Marinated Beef

3/4 pound beef strips 1 package beef ramen noodles, with seasoning packet 1/2 cup water 2 tablespoons oil 1/4 cup sliced green onion 1 tablespoon b.u.t.ter or margarine 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes, drained

Marinate beef in seasoning packet, water, and oil for 30 minutes. Cook beef in marinade until done. Add onion and b.u.t.ter, and saute 5 minutes.

Cook noodles in water according to package directions and drain. Add tomatoes and cooked noodles to beef mixture. Simmer 510 minutes, or until heated through. Makes 2 servings.

Cheddar Beef Ca.s.serole

2 packages beef ramen noodles, with seasoning packets 1 pound ground beef 1/2 cup sliced celery 1/4 cup chopped green bell pepper 1/2 cup chopped onion 3 cups grated cheddar cheese 2 cups corn 1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste 1/2 cup water

Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

Cook noodles in water according to package directions; drain and set aside.

In a frying pan, brown beef with celery, pepper, and onion. Set aside.

In a 2-quart ca.s.serole dish, mix remaining ingredients with 1 seasoning packet. Add beef mixture and noodles. Bake 1520 minutes. Makes 24 servings.

Beef and Broccoli Stir-Fry

1 pound beef steak strips 1 tablespoon oil 2 cups broccoli pieces 1 cup green onions, cut in strips 2 tablespoons soy sauce 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper 2 packages beef ramen noodles, with seasoning packets

In a frying pan, brown and drain beef. Add oil, 1 seasoning packet, broccoli, and onions. Stir-fry 5 minutes. Add soy sauce and red pepper. Simmer 5 minutes more.

Cook noodles in water according to package directions and drain. Serve beef mixture over warm noodles. Makes 24 servings.

Beefy Mushroom Noodles

2 packages beef ramen noodles, with seasoning packets 1-1/2 pounds beef strips 1/4 cup b.u.t.ter or margarine 2 cans (4 ounces each) sliced mushrooms, drained 1/4 cup flour 2 cups water mixed with seasoning packets Worcestershire sauce

Cook noodles in water according to package directions and drain.

In a frying pan, brown and drain beef until done.

In a small saucepan, melt b.u.t.ter over low heat. Stir in mushrooms and brown slowly. Add flour and cook, stirring, until deep brown. Add water mixture. Heat to boiling and stir 1 minute. Add Worcestershire sauce to taste. Top warm noodles with beef and sauce. Makes 24 servings.

Beef Sukiyaki

1 pound stir-fry beef 2 tablespoons oil 1/2 cup water mixed with half of seasoning packet 2 tablespoons sugar 1/2 cup soy sauce 1 can (4 ounces) sliced mushrooms, drained 1/2 cup sliced green onions 1 cup sliced onion 1 celery stalk, sliced 1 small can bamboo shoots 3 cups fresh spinach 2 packages beef ramen noodles, with seasoning packets

In a frying pan, brown beef in oil until done, and then push to one side of the pan. Stir in water, sugar, and soy sauce. Add remaining ingredients except noodles and cook until tender. Cover and simmer 5 minutes. Stir together.

Cook noodles in water according to package directions and drain. Add seasoning packets. Serve beef mixture over warm noodles. Makes 24 servings.

Vegetable Beef Noodles

1/2 pound ground beef 1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce 2 cups frozen mixed vegetables 1 package beef ramen noodles, with seasoning packet

In a frying pan, brown and drain beef. Add tomato sauce, seasoning packet, and vegetables to cooked beef. Simmer 10 minutes, or until vegetables are tender.

Cook noodles in water according to package directions and drain. Add noodles to beef mixture and simmer 23 minutes. Makes 2 servings.

Beef 'n' Potato Noodles

1 pound ground beef 2 cups cubed potatoes 2 cups diced tomatoes 2 packages beef ramen noodles, with seasoning packets

In a frying pan, brown beef with seasoning packets until done. Add potatoes and cook until tender.

Cook noodles in water according to package directions and drain. Stir in tomatoes, then add noodles and tomatoes to beef mixture and simmer 5 minutes. Makes 24 servings.

Beefy Chili Noodles

1 pound ground beef 2 packages beef ramen noodles, with seasoning packets 2 cans (4 ounces each) sliced mushrooms, drained 1/2 cup chopped onion 1/2 cup chopped tomato 1 can (15 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained 1/4 teaspoon chili powder 1 cup water

In a frying pan, brown and drain beef. Add remaining ingredients and 1 seasoning packet. Simmer 10 minutes over medium heat or until noodles are done. Makes 24 servings.

Ramen Burgers

1 package beef ramen noodles, with seasoning packet 1 pound ground beef 1 egg hamburger buns condiments

Cook noodles 1-1/2 minutes and drain. Add beef, egg, and half of the seasoning packet. Mix well and form into four patties. Grill or cook 5 minutes per side, or until done. Serve with the usual hamburger fixings. Makes 4 hamburgers.

Spicy Beef Noodles

2 packages ramen noodles, any flavor, with seasoning packets 1/2 pound ground beef 1/2 pound ground spicy sausage 1/2 cup diced onion 3/4 cup diced green bell pepper 3/4 cup salsa

Cook noodles in water according to package directions; drain and set aside.

In a frying pan, brown and drain beef and sausage together. Add onion, pepper, and salsa. Cook until vegetables are tender; add noodles and simmer 23 minutes. Makes 24 servings.