Ingredients

1

lb lean (at least 80%) ground beef

1

cup hot water

2

cups milk

1

                        box Hamburger Helper™ stroganoff

1/2

teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

1

can (2.8 oz) French-fried onions

1/2

cup coarsely chopped red, green and/or yellow bell pepper

1/4

cup ketchup

Preparation

In 10-inch skillet, cook beef over medium-high heat 5 to 7 minutes, stirring frequently, until thoroughly cooked; drain.

Stir in hot water, milk, sauce mix and uncooked pasta (from Hamburger Helper box) and pepper flakes. Heat to boiling, stirring occasionally.

Reduce heat; cover and simmer 8 minutes. Stir in 2 tablespoons of the French-fried onions, the bell pepper and ketchup.

Cover; simmer about 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is tender. To serve, sprinkle with remaining onions.