Can I make this ahead of time?

Yes, it reheats beautifully. Cook and store, then reheat when ready to serve.

What if my sauce is too thick or too thin?

Add broth to loosen or simmer longer to thicken. Cheese also helps tighten the sauce.

Can I swap the type of noodle?

Absolutely. Egg noodles work best, but rotini or wide noodles also hold the sauce well.

Can I make this without canned soup?

You can! Use a simple homemade cream sauce of butter, flour, milk, and seasonings instead.

How do I add more vegetables?

Toss in peas, mushrooms, or even zucchini slices during the last few minutes of simmering.

Beef and Noodles : Amazing 35-Minute Comfort Meal

Name: Beef and Noodles: Amazing 35-Minute Comfort Meal
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 35 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 ½ cups beef broth; 1 chicken bouillon cube; 1 teaspoon soy sauce (or Worcestershire sauce); 1 teaspoon onion powder; ½ teaspoon garlic powder; ½ teaspoon mustard powder; ½ teaspoon dried thyme; ½ cup heavy cream (or half and half/milk); 1 lb. ground beef; Salt and pepper; 1 small onion, diced; 3 cloves garlic, minced; ½ lb. egg noodles (or up to ¾ lb. for less saucy results); 3 tablespoons butter; 3 tablespoons flour; 1 (10.5 oz) can cream of mushroom soup; 2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded (preferably from a block)

Description

This creamy beef and noodles recipe combines tender ground beef, egg noodles, and a rich, savory sauce for a hearty dinner ready in just 35 minutes.

Ingredients

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2 ½ cups beef broth

1 chicken bouillon cube

1 teaspoon soy sauce (or Worcestershire sauce)

1 teaspoon onion powder

½ teaspoon garlic powder

½ teaspoon mustard powder

½ teaspoon dried thyme

½ cup heavy cream (or half and half/milk)

1 lb. ground beef

Salt and pepper

1 small onion, diced

3 cloves garlic, minced

½ lb. egg noodles (or up to ¾ lb. for less saucy results)

3 tablespoons butter

3 tablespoons flour

1 (10.5 oz) can cream of mushroom soup

2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded (preferably from a block)

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Instructions

1. Mix all sauce ingredients in a measuring cup and set aside.

2. Season ground beef with salt and pepper, then cook it with diced onions in a large skillet over medium-high heat until browned. Drain grease and set beef aside.

3. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil for the noodles.

4. In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook briefly, then stir in flour and cook for 1–2 minutes until lightly browned.

5. Slowly add the sauce mixture, stirring continuously. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Stir in cream of mushroom soup and let simmer uncovered for 10 minutes.

6. Cook the noodles to al dente, then drain.

7. Reduce skillet heat to low. Stir in cheese until melted. Return the beef to the skillet.

8. Add cooked noodles and stir to combine. Let sit a few minutes to allow sauce to thicken before serving.

Notes

You can substitute cream of chicken soup for cream of mushroom.

Use up to ¾ lb. of egg noodles for a less saucy dish.

Mushrooms or frozen vegetables can be added toward the end of cooking.

Shredding cheese from a block improves texture and melting.

Low-sodium broth and soy sauce can help reduce salt levels.

Tender beef cuts like sirloin, flank, ribeye, or tenderloin are good alternatives to ground beef.

Sautéed mushrooms can be stirred in at the end for added flavor.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 of 6 servings
Calories: 460
Sugar: 1g
Sodium: 774mg
Fat: 30g
Saturated Fat: 18g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 16g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 30g
Cholesterol: 140mg