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Beef and Noodles Recipe – Easy 30 Minute Comfort Food Dinner

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This quick and easy beef and noodles recipe delivers classic comfort food flavor in just 30 minutes. Tender beef, savory onions, and a silky gravy coat egg noodles for a hearty, crowd-pleasing meal perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound beef sirloin or flank steak, thinly sliced
  • 8 ounces wide egg noodles
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 3 cups beef broth (preferably low-sodium)
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1/3 cup heavy cream or half-and-half (optional)
  • Kosher salt and black pepper, to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Slice beef thinly against the grain (about 1/4 inch thick). Dice onion and mince garlic. Set a pot of salted water to boil for noodles.
  2. Add egg noodles to boiling water and cook according to package directions (usually 7-8 minutes) until just al dente. Drain and set aside, tossing with a touch of butter to prevent sticking.
  3. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium-high heat in a large skillet. Add half the beef in a single layer and sear for 1-2 minutes per side until browned but not fully cooked. Remove to a plate and repeat with remaining beef, adding more oil if needed.
  4. Lower heat to medium. Add butter to the skillet, then add diced onions and cook until soft and translucent, about 2 minutes. Add garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
  5. Pour in beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and soy sauce. Stir well, scraping up any browned bits. Bring to a gentle simmer.
  6. Return beef (and any juices) to the skillet. Simmer for 2-3 minutes until beef is just cooked through. For a thicker sauce, whisk 1 tablespoon cornstarch with 2 tablespoons water and add, stirring until sauce thickens.
  7. Reduce heat to low. Add heavy cream or half-and-half and stir to combine. Gently fold in cooked noodles until coated. Taste and adjust salt and pepper.
  8. Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley if desired.

Notes

For gluten-free, use gluten-free noodles and tamari instead of soy sauce. Add mushrooms, peas, or spinach for extra veggies. Don’t overcook the beef—slice thin and sear quickly. Leftovers keep well and can be reheated with a splash of broth or cream. Sauce can be thickened with a cornstarch slurry if desired.

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