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Cozy Crockpot Beef and Noodles Recipe Easy Creamy Homemade Dinner

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A comforting slow-cooked beef and creamy egg noodles dish that’s easy to prepare and perfect for cozy nights. This recipe uses simple ingredients and slow cooking to deliver tender beef and rich, creamy noodles.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds beef chuck roast (900g), cut into 2-inch chunks
  • 2 cups beef broth (480ml), low-sodium recommended
  • 12 ounces egg noodles (340g), wide fresh or dried
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 4 ounces cream cheese (115g), softened
  • ½ cup sour cream (120ml), optional
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

Instructions

  1. Cut the beef chuck roast into 2-inch chunks.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Brown the beef pieces on all sides, about 3-4 minutes per side. Do this in batches if needed to avoid overcrowding.
  3. Place chopped onion and minced garlic at the bottom of the crockpot. Sprinkle dried thyme over them.
  4. Transfer browned beef chunks on top of the onions and garlic.
  5. Pour in 2 cups beef broth and 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
  6. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 4-5 hours until beef is fork-tender.
  7. About 30 minutes before serving, cook egg noodles according to package instructions until just al dente. Drain and set aside.
  8. In a small bowl, mix softened cream cheese, sour cream (if using), and 2 tablespoons flour until smooth.
  9. Remove about 1 cup of cooking liquid from the crockpot and whisk it into the cream cheese mixture to temper it.
  10. Pour the creamy mixture into the crockpot and stir gently to combine.
  11. Fold the cooked egg noodles into the crockpot. Stir carefully to coat noodles with sauce.
  12. Cover and cook on low for another 15-20 minutes to thicken the sauce and meld flavors.
  13. Taste and adjust salt and pepper as needed. If sauce is too thick, stir in a splash of broth or water.
  14. Serve warm, optionally garnished with fresh parsley or cracked black pepper.

Notes

Brown the beef before slow cooking to add depth of flavor. Temper cream cheese with hot cooking liquid to avoid lumps. Cook noodles just until al dente before adding to crockpot to prevent mushiness. Adjust cooking time based on slow cooker variations. For gluten-free, use gluten-free noodles and flour. For dairy-free, substitute cream cheese and sour cream with dairy-free alternatives.

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