Ingredients
2
packages (3 oz each) beef-flavor ramen noodle soup mix
1
lb lean (at least 80%) ground beef
24
slices pepperoni (1 to 1 1/4 inches in diameter)
1
can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes with basil, garlic and oregano, undrained
1
cup water
1
small green bell pepper, cut into 1/2-inch pieces (1/2 cup)
1
cup shredded mozzarella cheese (4 oz)
Preparation
Break blocks of noodles in half (reserve one seasoning packet; discard second packet); set aside. In 10-inch skillet, cook beef and pepperoni over medium heat 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until beef is brown; drain.
Stir tomatoes, water and reserved seasoning packet into beef mixture. Heat to boiling. Stir in noodles and bell pepper. Cook 3 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until noodles are tender.
Sprinkle cheese on noodle mixture in ring around edge of skillet. Cover and let stand about 5 minutes or until cheese is melted.
