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Tropical Beef and Noodles

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"Pineapple and mandarin oranges provide a marvelous flavor boost to ground beef in this skillet recipe."

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Cook noodles according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain.
Drain the mandarin oranges and pineapple, reserving juices. Set fruit aside. In a bowl, whisk the cornstarch and reserved juices until smooth; stir in the lemon juice, soy sauce, garlic powder, salt and nutmeg. Pour over beef.
Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in the cashews, oranges and pineapple. Cook for 2 minutes or until heated through. Drain noodles; top with beef mixture. Sprinkle with coconut.

Nutritional Analysis: 1 cup beef mixture with 1 cup noodles equals 528 calories, 21 g fat (9 g saturated fat), 92 mg cholesterol, 569 mg sodium, 54 g carbohydrate, 3 g fiber, 29 g protein.

Reviewed on Jan. 5, 2008 by MinnesotaNice

5 stars due to the EASE of preparation and utilization of common ingredients. I realized too... MORE

Reviewed on Feb. 21, 2007 by Brigid

I almost didn't make this because it sounded kind of weird. I'm glad I went ahead anyways -... MORE

Reviewed on Jun. 5, 2008 by NOSEYROSEY

The perfect summmer recipe, something unique and delicious! Kids and adults alike loved it! MORE

Reviewed on May 29, 2008 by Farm Wife

I had all these ingredients on hand, and it was quick to make. We found it interesting and... MORE

Reviewed on Jul. 13, 2007 by SouthAustin

WOW! I had a can of pineapple and some ground beef and used the "ingredient search" and found... MORE