Beef And Noodles

4.67 from 15 votes

This Slow Simmered Beef and Noodles is pure comfort food, tender chunks of beef in a rich, savory gravy ladled over thick egg noodles. It’s the kind of meal that makes you slow down, grab a fork, and maybe go back for seconds (or thirds).

Prep Time20

Cook Time2 30

Total Time2 50

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Keyword: beef and noodles

Servings:

Calories: 572kcal

Author: Joanna Cismaru

Equipment

Le Creuset 3.75-Quart Braiser

Ingredients

2 pounds chuck roast cut into 1-inch cubes
salt and pepper to taste
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 large onion chopped
3 cloves garlic minced
4 cups beef broth low sodium or no sodium added
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon dried thyme
2 bay leaves
3 tablespoons cornstarch
3 tablespoons water
12 ounces egg noodles
fresh parsley chopped, for garnished

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Instructions

Season the beef cubes with salt and pepper. In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add the beef in batches and brown on all sides. Remove the beef and set aside.
In the same pot, add the chopped onion and cook until translucent. Add the garlic and cook for an additional minute.
Pour in a bit of the beef broth to deglaze the pot, scraping up any browned bits. Add the browned beef back to the pot. Pour in the remaining beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, dried thyme, and bay leaves. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer. Cover and let the beef simmer for about 2 hours, or until it is tender.
In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch and water to create a slurry. Stir this into the pot to thicken the broth slightly.
In a separate pot, cook the egg noodles according to package instructions. Drain.
Serve the beef and sauce over the cooked egg noodles. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley.

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Notes

Beef matters: Chuck roast is your best bet, well-marbled and made for slow cooking.
Brown in batches: Don’t crowd the pot or you’ll steam instead of sear.
Make it ahead: The beef and sauce keep beautifully. Just boil fresh noodles when ready to serve.
Need a shortcut? Check the FAQ for Instant Pot and Slow Cooker options.
Freezer tip: Freeze just the beef and sauce, skip the noodles until serving day.

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