Cheeseburger Noodles

It only takes one skillet to make this easy, family-pleasing meatball and pasta main dish.

Recipe Ingredients:

8 ounces medium or wide egg noodles, uncooked
1 pound extra lean ground beef
1/4 cup dry bread crumbs
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon salt- divided use
1 large egg
2 teaspoons vegetable oil
1 (14.5-ounce) can chicken broth
1/4 cup water
1/4 cup ketchup
1/2 cup non-fat sour cream
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Cooking Directions:

1. Combine ground beef, bread crumbs, onion powder, 1/4 teaspoon salt and egg; mix well. Shape into approximately 36 (3/4-inch) meatballs.
2. Heat oil in a large skillet coated with cooking spray.
3. Add meatballs and cook until browned on all sides. Drain well.
4. Combine chicken broth, water, ketchup and remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt; add to skillet. Bring to a boil; stir in noodles, making sure it is covered by the liquid. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer 10 to 15 minutes or until noodles are done.
5. Stir in sour cream and cheese. Cook until thoroughly heated and mixture thickens, about 5 minutes. (Do not boil.)

Makes 6 servings.

Recipe and photograph courtesy of the National Pasta Association.