GROUND BEEF VERMICELLI

Ground Beef Vermicelli image

In this recipe, vermicelli noodles are first browned to develop a slightly nutty flavor. Then they simmer in a seasoned tomato sauce for a deliciously different dinner.-

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

8 ounces vermicelli, broken into 2-inch pieces
2 tablespoons butter
2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)
1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce
4 celery ribs, chopped
2 large onions, finely chopped
1 can (15-1/4 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
3 teaspoons garlic powder
3 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon chili powder
8 slices process American cheese

Steps:

In a large skillet, saute vermicelli in butter until browned. Add beef; cook over medium heat until meat is no longer pink. Stir in the tomato sauce, celery, onions, corn, green pepper and seasonings. Cover and simmer for 25 minutes. , Arrange cheese slices over the top. Cook, uncovered, until the cheese is melted, about 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 292 calories, Fat 11g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 51mg cholesterol, Sodium 1104mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 21g protein.