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Crockpot Beef and Noodles

A hearty and comforting dish featuring tender beef, rich gravy, and egg noodles, all cooked slowly in a crockpot for maximum flavor.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 550

Ingredients
  

For the Beef Stew
  • 2 pounds beef chuck roast cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil for browning the beef
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 cups beef broth low sodium recommended
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce adds depth of flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce for umami flavor
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
  • 1 teaspoon salt to taste
For the Noodles
  • 8 ounces egg noodles uncooked
  • 1 cup heavy cream for creaminess

Method
 

Prepare the Beef
  1. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the cubed beef chuck roast in batches to avoid overcrowding. Brown the beef on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. This step enhances the flavor through the Maillard reaction.
  2. Once browned, transfer the beef to the crockpot.
  3. In the same skillet, add the diced onion and minced garlic. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until the onion is translucent and fragrant. This will add depth to the overall flavor.
  4. Transfer the onion and garlic mixture to the crockpot with the beef.
Add the Liquids and Seasonings
  1. Pour in the beef broth, soy sauce, and Worcestershire sauce into the crockpot. Stir to combine all the ingredients.
  2. Sprinkle in the dried thyme, dried rosemary, black pepper, and salt. Mix well to ensure the beef is evenly seasoned.
Cook the Beef
  1. Cover the crockpot and set it to low heat. Cook for 8 hours or until the beef is tender and easily shredded with a fork. Cooking low and slow allows the flavors to meld and the beef to become tender.
Finish with Noodles
  1. About 30 minutes before serving, add the uncooked egg noodles to the crockpot. Stir to ensure they are submerged in the liquid.
  2. Pour in the heavy cream and stir again. This will create a creamy sauce that coats the noodles and beef.
  3. Cover and cook for an additional 30 minutes on low, or until the noodles are tender.
Serve
  1. Once the noodles are cooked, give everything a gentle stir. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
  2. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 35gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 4mg

Notes

For added flavor, consider adding vegetables like carrots or peas during the last hour of cooking. This dish pairs well with crusty bread.

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