Description
Hearty beef and noodles delight combines tender meat with silky pasta in a comforting midwestern classic. Home cooks will savor rich flavors melding together with simple ingredients you can easily prepare.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (450 g) beef stew meat or chuck roast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 4 cups beef broth (low sodium)
- 12 oz (340 g) egg noodles
- 2 tbsps olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tsps Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 cup water (optional for adjusting consistency)
- 2 tbsps cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsps water (optional, for thickening)
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Searing: Heat a heavy skillet over medium-high flame. Season meat generously with salt and pepper, then caramelize surfaces until deep golden brown to develop rich exterior flavors.
- Aromatic Foundation: Reduce heat and introduce finely chopped onions, garlic, and celery. Sweat vegetables until translucent, releasing their sweet and savory essence.
- Liquid Infusion: Return seared meat to the skillet and pour in broth, Worcestershire sauce, and thyme. Bring mixture to a gentle simmer, covering to trap moisture and ensure meat becomes fork-tender.
- Noodle Integration: Add egg noodles directly into the flavor-rich liquid, allowing them to absorb the surrounding culinary depths. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking and ensure even cooking.
- Sauce Refinement: If desired, create a silky texture by whisking cornstarch with a small amount of cold water, then stirring into the sauce to thicken and enhance overall dish complexity.
- Finishing Touch: Sprinkle fresh parsley or chives over the dish for a vibrant garnish. Serve immediately, ensuring the meal remains piping hot and packed with robust flavors.
Notes
- Meat Selection Matters: Choose well-marbled beef cuts like chuck roast or short ribs for maximum tenderness and rich flavor development.
- Searing Technique Crucial: Achieve deep golden-brown crust by ensuring skillet is scorching hot and avoiding overcrowding meat during caramelization process.
- Liquid Ratio Control: Maintain sufficient broth levels to prevent drying out, allowing meat to become fork-tender without becoming stringy or tough.
- Noodle Timing Precision: Add egg noodles during final 6-8 minutes of cooking to prevent overcooking and maintain perfect al dente texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 365
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 42 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 24 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg