• 1/2 pound lean ground beef (15% fat)
• 2 cups water
• 2 packages oriental flavor instant ramen-style noodles, broken into small pieces
• 16 ounces frozen Asian-style vegetables, or any other frozen vegetables
• 2 green onions, thinly sliced
• 1 tablespoon fresh ginger or 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
• 2 cloves garlic, minced, or 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

1. In a large skillet over medium-high heat (350 degrees in an electric skillet), brown ground beef and cook until no longer pink. Drain fat.

2. Add 2 cups of water and ONE seasoning packet to cooked beef and mix well.

3. Add frozen vegetables, green onion, ginger, and garlic and bring to a boil over high heat.

4. Add ramen noodles, reduce heat to low, and simmer 3-5 minutes until vegetables are tender, stirring occasionally.

5. Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours.