101 Things to Do with Ramen Noodles Part 5

Cook noodles in water according to package directions and drain. Add seasoning packets.

In a frying pan, melt b.u.t.ter, and then add beaten eggs. Fold in noodles and remaining ingredients. Cook until light brown. Makes 24 servings.

Pork Chop Ramen

4 pork chops 1 teaspoon oil 1/2 cup sliced onion 1 can (10.75 ounces) cream of celery soup, condensed 1/2 cup water 2 packages pork ramen noodles, with seasoning packets

In a frying pan over medium heat, brown pork chops in oil 5 minutes per side, or until done, and drain. Add onion, soup, and water. Simmer over low heat 10 minutes.

Cook noodles in water according to package directions and drain. Add seasoning packets. Serve pork chops and sauce over warm noodles. Makes 4 servings.

Cheesy Bacon Noodles

2 packages ramen noodles, any flavor 2 cups grated cheddar cheese 1/2 to 1 cup bacon, cooked and crumbled salt and pepper, to taste

Cook noodles in water according to package directions and drain. Add cheese immediately and stir until melted. Stir in bacon and season with salt and pepper. Makes 24 servings.

Brats 'n' Noodles

2 packages ramen noodles, any flavor, with seasoning packets 4 bratwursts or cheddarwursts, sliced

Boil noodles and brats together. Drain and stir in 1 seasoning packet. Makes 24 servings.

Pork and Peppers

2 pork chops 1/4 cup chopped red bell pepper 1/4 cup chopped green bell pepper 2 tablespoons chopped onion 1 package pork ramen noodles, with seasoning packet 2 tablespoons b.u.t.ter or margarine 2 tablespoons flour 1 cup water mixed with seasoning packet 1 tablespoon vinegar 1/4 teaspoon tarragon leaves 1/4 teaspoon thyme leaves

In a frying pan, brown pork chops until done and then remove. Saute peppers and onion in drippings until tender.

Cook noodles in water according to package directions and drain.

In a small saucepan, heat b.u.t.ter over low heat until light brown. Add flour, stirring until deep brown. Remove from heat. Add remaining ingredients. Heat to boiling and stir 1 minute. Top warm noodles with pork chops and sauce. Makes 2 servings.

Hungarian Skillet Meal

1 package ramen noodles, any flavor 1/2 pound pork strips 1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce 1/4 cup thinly sliced onion 1 teaspoon paprika 1/3 cup sour cream

Cook noodles in water according to package directions and drain.

In a frying pan, brown pork until done. Add tomato sauce, onion, paprika, and noodles. Cook over low heat until onion is tender. Stir in noodles. Remove from heat and add sour cream. Makes 2 servings.

Lean Pork Steak

2 packages pork ramen noodles, with seasoning packets 2 lean pork steaks, cut into bite-size pieces 1 teaspoon dried minced onion 3/4 cup water

Cook noodles in water according to package directions and drain.

In a frying pan, cook steak pieces until done. Add onion, water, and seasoning packets. Simmer, covered, 10 minutes. Stir in noodles and simmer 35 minutes more. Makes 2 servings.

Tropical Ramen

2 packages ramen noodles, any flavor 2 cups fully cooked ham, cut in strips 1 cup pineapple chunks 1 cup crispy Chinese noodles 1 stalk celery, sliced

Cook noodles in water according to package directions and drain. Rinse with cold water.

Stir in ham, pineapple, crispy noodles, and celery. Makes 2 servings.

Seafood

Cheesy Tuna Ramen

2 packages ramen noodles, any flavor 2 cans (10.75 ounces each) cream of mushroom soup, condensed 1 cup milk 2 cans tuna, drained 2 cups peas 2 cups grated cheddar cheese

Cook noodles in water according to package directions and drain. Add soup, milk, tuna, and peas. Simmer 5 minutes. Sprinkle cheese over top and serve. Makes 24 servings.

Shrimp Ramen

1 package Oriental ramen noodles, with seasoning packet 1 can (10.75 ounces) cream of celery soup, condensed 1 can shrimp, drained salt and pepper, to taste

Cook noodles in water according to package directions and drain. Add just under half of the seasoning packet. Add soup, shrimp, salt, and pepper. Cook 10 minutes over medium heat. Makes 2 servings.

Cheesy Salmon Noodles

1 package ramen noodles, any flavor 1 can (10.75 ounces) cream of mushroom soup, condensed 1/2 cup milk 1 small can salmon, drained 1 cup cooked spinach or asparagus 1 cup grated cheddar cheese

Cook noodles in water according to package directions and drain. Add soup, milk, salmon, and broccoli. Simmer 5 minutes. Sprinkle cheese over top and serve. Makes 2 servings.

Tuna Noodle Ca.s.serole

2 cans tuna, drained 1 cup grated cheddar cheese 1/2 cup water 1 cup milk 2 eggs, beaten 2 packages chicken ramen noodles, broken up, with seasoning packets 10 to 20 saltine crackers, crushed

Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

In a bowl, mix tuna, cheese, water, milk, eggs, and 1 seasoning packet. Transfer mixture to a ca.s.serole dish. Add broken uncooked noodles. Bake 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Sprinkle crackers over top and bake 5 minutes more. Makes 24 servings.

Creamy Mushroom Shrimp Ramen

1 package Oriental ramen noodles, with seasoning packet 1 can (10.75 ounces) cream of mushroom soup, condensed 1 can shrimp, drained 1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms

Cook noodles in water according to package directions; do not drain. Add soup, shrimp, mushrooms, and half of the seasoning packet. Cook 10 minutes over medium heat. Makes 2 servings.

Twice-Baked Tuna Ca.s.serole

2 packages ramen noodles, any flavor, with seasoning packets 2 cans tuna, drained 1 cup cheese 1/2 cup chopped onion 1 cup crushed potato chips