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For dressing, combine lemon juice, vegetable oil, seasoning packets, and sugar. Pour over noodles then add remaining ingredients. Toss to coat. Makes 2–4 servings.

Summer Picnic Salad
1 package ramen noodles, any flavor, broken up
1/4 cup alfalfa sprouts
1/2 cup peas
French dressing

Cook noodles in water according to package directions and drain. Top with alfalfa sprouts and peas. Mix with desired amount of dressing. Makes 2 servings.

Zucchini Salad
1 package ramen noodles, any flavor
1/2 cup chopped zucchini
1/2 cup chopped carrots
1/8 cup sliced olives
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon basil
1/4 teaspoon oregano
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
2 tablespoons vinegar

Cook noodles in water according to package directions and drain. Add vegetables to noodles. Mix together mustard, spices, and vinegar. Add to noodle mixture and toss to coat. Makes 2 servings.

Taco Salad
2 packages beef ramen noodles, with seasoning packets
1 pound ground beef, browned and drained
1 large tomato, chopped
3/4 cup chopped onion
2 cups grated cheddar cheese
Thousand Island dressing or salsa

Cook noodles in water according to package directions and drain.

In a bowl, stir 1 seasoning packet into cooked beef. Add tomato, onion, and cheese. Spoon mixture over warm noodles and drizzle with dressing or salsa. Makes 2–4 servings.

Three-Bean Salad
1 package ramen noodles, any flavor
1/2 cup green beans
1/2 cup canned kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1/2 cup canned lima beans, rinsed and drained
1/4 cup Italian dressing
salt and pepper, to taste

Cook noodles in water according to package directions and drain. Add beans and stir in dressing. Season with salt and pepper. Makes 2 servings.

Antipasto Salad
2 packages ramen noodles, any flavor
3/4 cup cubed pepperoni
1/2 cup sliced black olives
1/4 cup sliced onion
Italian dressing

Cook noodles in water according to package directions and drain. Add pepperoni, olives, and onion. Drizzle desired amount of dressing over top and toss to coat. Makes 2–4 servings.

Pasta Salad
1 package ramen noodles, any flavor, with seasoning packet
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon mustard
1-1/2 teaspoons honey
1 celery stalk, chopped
1/4 cup cubed cheddar cheese
2 hard-boiled eggs, chopped

Cook noodles in water according to package directions and drain. Mix mayonnaise, mustard, and honey with half of the seasoning packet. Add noodles, celery, cheese, and eggs. Toss gently to coat. Makes 2 servings.

Oriental Chicken Salad
1 package ramen noodles, any flavor
1 cup slivered almonds
1 teaspoon vinegar
1/2 cup oil
3 teaspoons seasoned salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
3 tablespoons sugar
4 cups shredded cooked chicken breast
3 to 6 green onions, sliced
3/4 cup sliced celery
1/4 cup sesame seeds
1/2 head lettuce, torn or shredded

Cook noodles for 1 minute and drain. Roast almonds in oven until lightly browned.

In a bowl, mix vinegar, oil, salt, pepper, and sugar. Add chicken, onions, celery, and sesame seeds. Add lettuce just before serving and toss. Makes 2–4 servings.

Fruity Ramen Salad
Dressing:
1/2 teaspoon salt
dash of pepper
1 teaspoon vegetable oil
1 tablespoon chopped parsley
2 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons vinegar
dash of Tabasco
Salad:
1 package ramen noodles, any flavor
1/2 cup slivered almonds
2 tablespoons sugar
1 cup diced fully cooked ham
1 small can mandarin oranges, drained

In a small bowl, combine dressing ingredients and set aside.

Cook noodles in water according to package directions, and then drain and rinse noodles with cold water.

In a frying pan, lightly brown almonds and sugar over medium heat, stirring constantly so almonds are coated in sugar.

In a bowl, mix ham, oranges, and noodles. Add dressing and toss to coat. Just before serving, add almonds and toss again. Makes 2 servings.

Water Chestnut Ramen Salad
4 packages chicken ramen noodles, with seasoning packets
1 cup diced celery
1 can (8 ounces) sliced water chestnuts, drained
1 cup chopped red onion
1 cup diced green bell pepper
1 cup peas
1 cup mayonnaise

Break each package of noodles into 4 pieces. Cook noodles in water according to package directions, and then drain and rinse noodles with cold water.

In a large bowl, stir noodles, celery, water chestnuts, onion, pepper, and peas together. Combine mayonnaise and 3 of the 4 seasoning packets. Fold mayonnaise mixture into salad. Cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour before serving. Makes 4–6 servings.

Sweet-and-Sour Salad
1 cup canola or olive oil
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup cider vinegar
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1/2 cup butter
1 cup chopped walnuts
1 package ramen noodles, any flavor, crushed
1 head romaine lettuce
4 cups chopped fresh broccoli
1/2 cup chopped green onions

Combine oil, sugar, vinegar, and soy sauce together and refrigerate overnight.

In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir walnuts and noodles into butter. Stir until heated.

Tear lettuce into bite-size pieces and place in a large bowl. Add broccoli and onions. Pour dressing over top and toss to coat. Sprinkle walnuts and ramen mixture over salad. Makes 6–8 servings.

Beef Ramenoff
1/2 pound beef strips
2 cups sour cream
1 tablespoon chopped chives
1 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 garlic clove, crushed
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided
1 packages ramen noodles, any flavor
2 tablespoons butter or margarine

In a frying pan, brown beef until done. Add sour cream, spices, and 1/4 cup Parmesan and simmer over low heat.

Cook noodles in water according to package directions and drain. Stir butter into warm noodles until melted. Fold in beef mixture. Sprinkle with reserved cheese. Makes 2 servings.

Cheeseburger Ramen
1/2 pound ground beef
1 package beef ramen noodles, with seasoning packet
1 cup grated cheddar cheese
1 tomato, diced (optional)

In a frying pan, brown and drain beef. Season to taste with half of the seasoning packet.

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 butter 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 butter 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 butter 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 butter, and saute 5 minutes.

Cook noodles in water according to package directions and drain. Add tomatoes and cooked noodles to beef mixture. Simmer 5–10 minutes, or until heated through. Makes 2 servings.

Cheddar Beef Casserole
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 casserole dish, mix remaining ingredients with 1 seasoning packet. Add beef mixture and noodles. Bake 15–20 minutes. Makes 2–4 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 2–4 servings.

Beefy Mushroom Noodles
2 packages beef ramen noodles, with seasoning packets
1-1/2 pounds beef strips
1/4 cup butter 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 butter 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 2–4 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
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