Beef and Noodles

why make this recipe

Beef and Noodles is warm, simple, and fast. It uses common ingredients you may already have. This dish fills hungry people and tastes like home. It is good for weeknight meals and for feeding a family.

introduction

This Beef and Noodles recipe mixes browned ground beef, onions, garlic, beef broth, and egg noodles. You cook the noodles right in the broth and finish with heavy cream for a smooth, rich sauce. The recipe is easy and forgiving, so you can change small things to fit your taste.

how to make Beef and Noodles

1. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté until soft.
2. Add 1 pound ground beef. Break it up with a spoon and cook until it browns. Season with salt, pepper, and 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce.
3. Pour in 4 cups beef broth and bring to a simmer. Add 2 cups egg noodles and cook until the noodles are tender, following the package time.
4. Stir in 1 cup heavy cream and mix well. Heat through but do not boil hard.
5. Taste and add more salt or pepper if needed. Serve hot, with chopped parsley on top.

You can pair this with a simple green salad or bread. Or try a quick stir fry like beef and broccoli recipe for a different meal idea.

Ingredients :

• 1 pound ground beef
• 4 cups beef broth
• 2 cups egg noodles
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• Chopped parsley for garnish

Directions :

1. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and garlic, and sauté until softened.
2. Add ground beef, breaking it up with a spoon, and cook until browned. Season with salt, pepper, and Worcestershire sauce.
3. Pour in the beef broth and bring to a simmer. Add egg noodles and cook according to package instructions until tender.
4. Once the noodles are cooked, stir in the heavy cream and mix well.
5. Adjust seasoning to taste. Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley.

how to serve Beef and Noodles

Serve hot in bowls. Add chopped parsley on top for color. A side salad, steamed vegetables, or crusty bread go well with it. For a lighter meal, serve smaller portions with a green salad.

how to store Beef and Noodles

Cool the dish to room temperature, then put it in an airtight container. Store in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat on the stove over low heat, adding a splash of broth or water if it seems thick. You can freeze it in a freezer-safe container for up to 2 months. Thaw in the fridge before reheating.

tips to make Beef and Noodles

• Brown the beef well for better flavor.
• Use fresh garlic and a good beef broth for a richer taste.
• If sauce is too thin, cook a few extra minutes to reduce. If too thick, add a little broth.
• Stir in the cream off the heat or on low to prevent curdling.
• Taste and adjust salt at the end.

variation (if any)

• Add mushrooms or peas for extra veg.
• Use ground turkey or chicken instead of beef.
• Swap heavy cream for half-and-half for a lighter sauce.
• Stir in shredded cheese for a creamy, cheesy version.

FAQs

Q: Can I use dried pasta instead of egg noodles?
A: Yes. Use the pasta cooking time on the package and check texture. You may need a bit more broth.

Q: Can I make this without heavy cream?
A: Yes. Use half-and-half or a mix of milk and a little butter for richness. The sauce will be thinner.

Q: How do I reheat leftovers without drying them out?
A: Reheat on low heat and add a splash of broth or water. Stir often until warmed through.

Q: Can I make this in a slow cooker?
A: Yes. Brown the beef and onions first, then add all ingredients except cream. Cook on low 3–4 hours, add cream at the end.

Conclusion

If you want other takes on beef and noodles, try this farmhouse version: Amish Beef and Noodles Recipe. For a classic family-style recipe, see Grandma’s Beef and Noodles – Gimme Some Oven.

Beef and Noodles

A warm and comforting dish featuring browned ground beef, sautéed onions, and egg noodles cooked in beef broth, finished with heavy cream for a smooth sauce.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 25 minutes mins

Total Time 35 minutes mins

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: American

Calories: 500

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

Main Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef Use lean ground beef for less fat.
• 4 cups beef broth Preferably low sodium.
• 2 cups egg noodles You can substitute with dried pasta.
• 1 cup heavy cream For a lighter version, use half-and-half.

Vegetables and Seasoning

• 1 each onion, chopped Adds sweetness to the dish.
• 2 cloves garlic, minced Fresh garlic enhances flavor.
• to taste Salt Adjust seasoning as needed.
• to taste Pepper Freshly ground is best.
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce Adds depth of flavor.
• 2 tablespoons olive oil For sautéing.

Garnish

• to taste Chopped parsley For garnish.

Method

 

Preparation

1. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
2. Add chopped onion and garlic, and sauté until softened.
3. Add ground beef, breaking it up with a spoon, and cook until browned.
4. Season with salt, pepper, and Worcestershire sauce.

Cooking

1. Pour in the beef broth and bring to a simmer.
2. Add egg noodles and cook according to package instructions until tender.
3. Once the noodles are cooked, stir in the heavy cream and mix well.
4. Adjust seasoning to taste.

Serving

1. Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley.

Notes

Brown the beef well for better flavor. If the sauce is too thin, cook a few extra minutes to reduce. If too thick, add a little broth. Stir in cream off the heat to prevent curdling.