Oriental Beef

Oriental Beef

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INGREDIENTS:
1 pound ground beef
1 medium onion, sliced
1 clove garlic, crushed
1 package Hamburger Helper mix for beef noodle
3 1/3 cups hot water
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon molasses
8 ounces sliced water chestnuts -- drained
1 package frozen chinese pea pods -- thawed and drained
1 can mandarin orange segments -- drained

PREPARATION:

Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain in colander. Set aside.
Cook beef, onions, soy sauce and ginger in wok over medium-high heat in large wok until meat is brown, stirring to separate meat. Push mixture up side of wok. Add celery and mushrooms; stir-fry 2 minutes. Push mixture up side of wok. Add snow peas and tomato sauce; cook 4 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Add pasta, tomatoes and 3/4 cup cheese. Stir gently to combine all ingredients. Cook 1 minute. Add bell pepper; sprinkle remaining 1/4 cup cheese over top. Reduce heat to low; cook until heated through.