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Beef and Noodles

Creamy Beef and Noodles for Cozy Family Dinners

This creamy beef and noodles recipe is a quick and comforting dish perfect for any busy weeknight, making it a family favorite.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 2 cups Beef Broth low-sodium recommended
  • 1 cube Chicken Bouillon can be omitted
  • 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce or Worcestershire Sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder or fresh onion
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder or fresh minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon Mustard Powder omit if not available
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme or fresh thyme
For the Creamy Mixture
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream or milk
  • 1 can (10.5 ounces) Cream of Mushroom Soup or cream of chicken/celery
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese preferably freshly shredded
For the Noodles and Beef
  • 1 pound Ground Beef or sirloin
  • 8 ounces Egg Noodles or rotini/wide noodles
  • 2 tablespoons Butter or margarine/oil
  • 2 tablespoons Flour or cornstarch for gluten-free

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • Large Pot
  • measuring cup

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Sauce: Mix 2 cups beef broth, 1 chicken bouillon cube, and 2 tablespoons soy sauce until dissolved. Set aside.
  2. Cook the Beef: In a skillet, cook 1 pound of ground beef until browned, about 6-8 minutes. Drain excess grease.
  3. Boil the Noodles: Cook 8 ounces of egg noodles in salted water until al dente, about 7-9 minutes. Drain and return to pot.
  4. Create the Roux: Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in the same skillet, add 2 tablespoons of flour, stirring continuously until golden.
  5. Add the Sauce Mixture: Pour in the sauce mixture, stirring to avoid lumps. Bring to a boil for 3-5 minutes.
  6. Incorporate the Creamy Ingredients: Stir in 1 can of cream of mushroom soup, simmer uncovered for about 10 minutes.
  7. Melt in the Cheese: Add 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese, stirring until melted. Mix in the browned beef.
  8. Combine with Noodles: Fold in the drained noodles, mixing until fully coated. Let sit a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 35gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This recipe is adaptable; feel free to substitute ingredients based on what you have on hand.

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