Description
This French Onion Beef and Noodles recipe marries tender beef with rich French onion soup and hearty egg noodles, creating a comforting one-pot meal perfect for any night. Simmered to perfection and optionally topped with melted Swiss or Gruyère cheese and fresh parsley, it’s an easy dish full of savory depth and satisfying textures.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Main Ingredients
- 1 pound beef stew meat or sirloin, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 (10.5 oz) can condensed French onion soup
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 8 ounces egg noodles (uncooked)
- 1 cup shredded Swiss or Gruyère cheese (optional)
Seasoning and Garnish
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Brown the Beef: Heat olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Season the beef pieces with salt and pepper, then sear them in the hot oil until browned on all sides, about 5 to 6 minutes.
- Add Liquids and Simmer: Pour in the condensed French onion soup, beef broth, and Worcestershire sauce. Stir to combine and bring the mixture to a boil. Then reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer gently for 20 to 25 minutes until the beef becomes tender.
- Cook the Noodles: Stir in the uncooked egg noodles with the stew. Cover again and simmer for another 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the noodles are tender and most of the liquid has been absorbed.
- Add Cheese and Garnish: If using cheese, stir it into the hot noodles and beef mixture, allowing it to melt thoroughly. Serve the dish hot, garnished with chopped parsley if desired.
Notes
- Use pre-cooked beef or leftover roasted beef to reduce cooking time.
- For more intense flavor, caramelize sliced onions separately and add them along with the soup.
- Swiss or Gruyère cheese is optional but adds a creamy, rich component to the dish.
