Garden Veggies and Beef Salad

Betty Crocker.com is where this recipe can be found. Hamburger Helper is used in this salad for a quick and easy family dinner.

• Ready In: 35 mins
• Serves: 6

Ingredients

• 1  lb lean ground beef
• 3 1⁄2 cups hot water
• 1 (6 3/4ounce) package  Hamburger Helper mix for beef pasta
• 1  large garlic clove, finely chopped
• 1  small head lettuce, shredded
• 1  medium green bell pepper, cut into 2-inch strips
• 1  medium red onion, sliced
• 1  cup cherry tomatoes, cut in half
• 1⁄2 cup  Italian dressing
• 1⁄2 teaspoon  italian seasoning

Directions

1. In a large skillet brown ground beef, stirring occasionally. When browned, add hot water, uncooked pasta, sauce mix and garlic and bring to boil.
2. Reduce heat, cover skillet and simmer 10 minutes. Uncover and simmer 5 minutes longer stirring occasionally. Let cool 5 minutes.
3. Add remaining ingredients and beef mixture to large bowl. Toss and serve immediately.