Mongolian Ground Beef Noodles (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

01 - 1 pound ground beef.
02 - 5 cloves garlic, minced.
03 - 1/3 cup brown sugar.
04 - 1/4 cup beef broth.
05 - 1/3 cup soy sauce.
06 - 3 tablespoons hoisin sauce.
07 - 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger.
08 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
09 - Pinch red pepper flakes (optional).
10 - 10 ounces linguine.
11 - 1 tablespoon cornstarch.
12 - 2 tablespoons water.
13 - 4 green onions, sliced.

# Instructions:

01 - Boil pasta according to package directions, then drain and set aside.
02 - Brown ground beef in large skillet over medium-high heat until no longer pink.
03 - Drain excess fat, add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
04 - Add soy sauce, broth, sugar, hoisin, ginger, and peppers. Stir to combine.
05 - Mix cornstarch with water, add to beef. Cook until sauce thickens.
06 - Add noodles, let sit 2-3 minutes to absorb flavor. Top with green onions.

# Notes:

01 - Ready in just 15 minutes.
02 - Great alternative to takeout.
03 - Can adjust spiciness to taste.