when things get tight with my lunch money, ramen noodles are great. i always "crunch" the noodles first (hit them against the counter to make them into bite size pieces) and then put into a big mug with water just to the top of the noodles and add any frozen veggies ive found on sale (im lucky enuf to have a freezer where i work). microwave for 2 min and add the seasoning. sometimes i even put some mrs dash in too to spice it up. ... View related article.