Ramen Noodles

Beef is easier to slice thinly if it is partially frozen. Freeze the beef for 30 minutes before slicing.
INGREDIENTS:

* 2 Tbsp. oil
* 1 lb. beef top sirloin, thinly sliced
* 2 (3 oz.) pkgs. Oriental flavor instant ramen noodles
* 1 onion, diced
* 2 cloves garlic, minced
* 4 cups frozen broccoli and carrots, thawed and drained
* 1 red bell pepper, sliced
* 2 cups water
* 1/2 tsp. ground ginger
* 2 cups snow pea pods

PREPARATION:
Discard one seasoning packet from the ramen noodles and break the noodles into pieces. Heat oil in a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add thinly sliced beef and cook and stir for 3 minutes. Remove the meat and toss with 1/2 of one seasoning packet from the noodles. Set aside.

Add the onion, garlic, and the broccoli and carrots and saute until almost cooked, about 7 minutes, stirring frequently. Stir in the red bell pepper. Add water, ground ginger, noodles, rest of seasoning packet, and snow pea pods and stir. Bring to a boil.

Reduce the heat and simmer for 5 to 7 minutes, or until the noodles and vegetables are tender, stirring occasionally. Add the beef and stir to combine. Cook for 1 minute longer and serve. 4-6 servings.

With eggs, cheese, and some ramen soup mix, dinner is ready in just minutes.
INGREDIENTS:

* 2 (3 oz.) pkgs. chicken flavored ramen noodles
* 6 eggs
* 1 Tbsp. butter
* 1/2 cup shredded Cheddar cheese

PREPARATION:
Place noodles in a saucepan filled with boiling water. Cook noodles until tender and drain. In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs and 1 of the seasoning packets from the noodles. Discard remaining seasoning packet. Add cooked, drained noodles to egg mixture.

Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the egg/noodle mixture and cook over medium-low heat until firm, 5 to 7 minutes, drawing the cooked mixture to the center to allow uncooked portion to flow onto bottom of pan. Cut frittata into four wedges, and turn over to brown the other side for 1 to 2 minutes. Sprinkle cheese over the top, cover pan, and let stand 1-2 minutes to melt cheese. 4 servings

Vegetarian Ramen with Thai Peanut Sauce
INGREDIENTS:

* 1 package ramen
* 3/4 cup water
* 3 tbsp peanut butter
* 2 tbsp soy sauce
* 1/2 tsp ginger powder
* 1 tbsp cider vinegar
* 1 tbsp sesame oil
* 1/2 tsp sugar
* 2-3 green onions, chopped (optional)

PREPARATION:
Cook the ramen in water for 5 to 7 minutes, or until done. Drain the excess water and add remaining ingredients, stirring until peanut butter is melted and ingredients are well mixed.