1/4 C. blanched slivered almonds
1 Tbsp. butter or margarine
3/4 Lb. ground beef
1 C. water
1/4 Tsp. salt
1 C. fine noodles — such as
Ramen noodles (1 pkg.) 1 Pkg. Japanese-style
vegetables — frozen 1 Tbsp. soy sauce
Saute almonds in butter or margarine in skillet until lightly browned. Remove from pan and set aside. Brown beef well in butter remaining in skillet. Stir in water and salt and bring to a boil. Stir in noodles. Cover and simmer for 2 minutes. Add vegetables. Bring to a full boil over medium heat, separating vegetables with a fork and stirring frequently. Cover and simmer for 3 minutes. Stir in soy sauce and sprinkle with almonds. Makes 4 servings.