Beef and Noodles Recipe uses ground beef in a rich, savory broth with just a touch of cream in the gravy-like sauce. It is paired with soft and satisfying egg noodles for a dish that is ready in just 30 minutes.
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This easy beef and pasta recipe is perfect for chilly evenings, family dinners, or when craving something filling and flavorful, yet easy to make. Cozy, hearty, and packed with flavor, beef, and noodles are the ultimate comfort food that never goes out of style. It's a simple, classic dish that reminds me of Beef Stroganoff or Creamy Chicken Stroganoff.
Why This Simple Recipe Works
It's simple and just the thing to make for the whole family the next time you need an easy dinner on those busy weeknights.
This easy recipe is made with simple ingredients- all pantry staples you probably already have.
An easy dish like this doesn't need side dishes; the tender egg noodles with the beef and sauce is enough to fill you up, but it would go well with any of your favorite side dishes. I think it's wonderful with some Honey Garlic Roasted Carrots, it would go great with a side of Crispy Onion Rings, and it would be nice to dip some No Knead Artisan Bread in the saucy gravy every couple of bites.
Let's Gather the Ingredients
- Egg noodles: You can use any pasta you prefer.
- Beef: Lean ground beef so you don't make the sauce greasy
- Veggies: Diced medium onion and minced garlic cloves
- Dairy: Butter and heavy cream
- Spices and herbs: paprika, bouillon cube, and fresh thyme
- Beef broth: Use regular or low-sodium.
- Worcestershire sauce
- Flour: Helps to thicken the sauce.
How to Make this Beef and Noodles Recipe
- Step 1: Add lean ground beef to the pan and break up into smaller chunks or pieces. Add diced onion and cook until the beef is no longer pink and the onions are translucent.
- Step 2: Add garlic to the pan and cook briefly, until fragrant. Once cooked, remove from pan.
- Step 3: Melt butter in the pan. Add paprika and flour. Use a whisk to stir and cook briefly.
- Step 4: Add beef broth, beef bouillon cube, and Worcestershire sauce to the sauce and whisk. Simmer the delicious broth mixture for a few minutes.
- Step 5: Turn down the meat and stir in heavy cream with a whisk. Be sure to whisk well to avoid anything that may be trying to stick to the bottom of the pan. Add fresh thyme.
- Step 6: Use a wooden spoon to fold in tender beef mixture and egg noodles with the gravy-like sauce. Serve and enjoy the best Beef and Noodles for dinner!
Recipe Tips
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
- If not using a cast iron skillet, you could use a large Dutch oven to make this.
- If you don't have heavy cream, you could use a little sour cream or some cream cheese to add just a touch of creaminess to this otherwise savory sauce.
Recipe Faq's
Sure, you can use thinly sliced pieces of top sirloin, flank steak or even rib eye.
Yes, place it in a freezer-safe container and freeze for up to 3 months.
Try adding some more veggies. like celery, carrots, or mushrooms. You can even add some canned veggies, like canned corn, peas, or green beans for another variation. Any frozen vegetable mixture would also work. Just keep in mind that this recipe was made to be a no-fuss, silly simple dinner recipe.
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Beef and Noodles
Ingredients
- 3 cups uncooked egg noodles
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1 medium onion diced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- ¼ cup butter
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ¼ cup flour
- 2 1/2 cups beef broth
- 1 beef bouillon cube
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Cook egg noodles to al dente according to the pkg directions.
- Heat a large skillet on medium high heat and add the ground beef, and onion and cook until browned. Add in the minced garlic and cook another 30 seconds until fragrant, then remove the beef to a plate.
- Add in the butter and melt then add in the paprika, then whisk in the flour and cook 30 seconds.
- Whisk in the beef stock, beef bouillon cube, Worcestershire sauce and simmer until thickened about 1-2 minutes. Reduce the heat and whisk in the heavy cream until combined.
- Fold in the ground beef and cooked pasta until combined.
Easy to make. Fantastic meal