Instructions: * This can be reduced by substituting lower fat products and some TVP or Green Giant "Crumbles". I decided to post them as a unit for those who are interested. I havent tried these yet myself, but they sound kid-friendly and are on my list of recipes "to try".

Brown one pound ground beef or turkey and drain off the fat. Add three-fourth cup water, six peeled potatoes (sliced very thin), one cup of frozen mixed peas and carrots and one-half cup plus 1 tablespoon seasoning mix.

Simmer covered 20-30 minutes or until potatoes are tender. Stir, uncover and cook until excess water is evaporated.

Serving Ideas : Serve all of these one-skillet dinners with a dark green tos

NOTES : I would make up large batches of browned ground beef or turkey and freeze for use in these recipes. Bag in 2 cup portions (or whatever amount it takes to feed your family). I would use the leanest ground beef available and rinse after cooking to further reduce the fat content.

Using 90% lean ground beef:

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