French Onion Beef and Noodles

French Onion Beef and Noodles Recipe

This one-pot meal brings together tender beef, a flavorful broth, a creamy sauce, and crispy onions for a well-rounded dish suitable for any dinner.

Below is a step-by-step guide to preparing French Onion Beef and Noodles, including detailed instructions, tips, and possible ingredient substitutions.

Ingredients

Ingredient	Amount/Description
Olive oil	2 tablespoons
Beef stew meat, bite-sized	1 pound
Onion powder	1 teaspoon
Garlic powder	1 teaspoon
Salt and pepper	To taste
French onion soup (canned)	1 can (10.5 ounces)
Beef broth	3 cups
Egg noodles	12 ounces
Sour cream	1/2 cup
Parmesan cheese, grated	1/4 cup
French fried onions	1 cup

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Beef

Heat the Oil: Warm 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
Season the Beef: Apply onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to the beef stew meat.
Brown the Beef: Sear the beef in the skillet for 5–7 minutes, turning to brown all sides.
Set Aside: Remove the beef from the skillet and place on a separate plate.

Step 2: Cook the Noodles

Boil Water: Bring a large pot of water to a boil.
Cook the Noodles: Add 12 ounces of egg noodles and cook until al dente, according to the package directions.
Drain: Drain the noodles and set aside.

Step 3: Simmer the Beef in Broth

Combine Liquids: In the same skillet used earlier, add the canned French onion soup and beef broth.
Simmer: Heat over medium until the mixture begins to simmer.
Return the Beef: Place the browned beef back into the skillet.
Cook: Let it simmer for 20–25 minutes until the beef becomes tender.

Step 4: Add Noodles and Sauce

Add Noodles: Mix the cooked noodles into the skillet.
Stir in Sour Cream: Lower the heat and blend in 1/2 cup of sour cream until the sauce is smooth.
Incorporate Cheese: Add 1/4 cup grated Parmesan and stir until melted.