Looking for a weeknight dinner that’s both satisfying and easy? Beef Tips and Noodles is your answer! Tender beef, hearty noodles, and a rich, flavorful sauce come together in a dish that’s quick to prepare, packed with nutrients, and bursting with deliciousness. It’s wholesome comfort food, perfect for busy families and anyone craving a simple, home-cooked meal. I remember coming home late from soccer practice, and the smell of Mom’s Beef Tips and Noodles would just hug me the moment I walked through the door. It was the perfect fuel and felt like pure love on a plate. Now, let’s bring that same warmth to your table!
Why You Will Love This Recipe
My grandmother, bless her heart, made the best Beef Tips and Noodles. Not fancy, just straightforward goodness. I remember her standing at the stove, stirring a pot of this magic, the aroma filling her tiny kitchen. She always said it was the secret ingredient –– love –– that made it so special. While I can’t bottle her love, I’ve tried to recreate her recipe as closely as possible. It’s heartwarming, it’s filling, and it’s a beautiful way to connect to the past while creating new memories in the present. This recipe simplifies her method, making it accessible for even the busiest weeknights, while still capturing that same comforting flavor.
Ingredients
- For the Beef:
- 1.5 lbs beef chuck roast, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- For the Sauce:
- 4 cups beef broth
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- For the Noodles:
- 12 oz egg noodles
Step-by-Step Instructions for Making the Recipe
- Sear the Beef: In a large Dutch oven or pot, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Toss beef cubes with salt, pepper, and flour. Sear the beef in batches until browned on all sides. Remove beef and set aside.
- Sauté Aromatics: Add chopped onion to the pot and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Create the Sauce: Stir in beef broth, thyme, rosemary, bay leaf, Worcestershire sauce, and tomato paste. Bring to a simmer, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot.
- Simmer the Beef: Return the seared beef to the pot. Cover and simmer for 1.5-2 hours, or until the beef is very tender.
- Cook the Noodles: Add the egg noodles to the pot and cook according to package directions, usually about 8-10 minutes, or until tender. Remove bay leaf before serving.
- Serve: Serve hot and enjoy!
Beef Tips and Noodles
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- In a large Dutch oven or pot, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.1 tablespoon olive oil
- Toss beef cubes with salt, pepper, and flour. Sear the beef in batches until browned on all sides. Remove beef and set aside.1.5 lbs beef chuck roast, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- Add chopped onion to the pot and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.1 large onion, 2 cloves garlic
- Stir in beef broth, thyme, rosemary, bay leaf, Worcestershire sauce, and tomato paste. Bring to a simmer, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot.4 cups beef broth, 1 teaspoon dried thyme, 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary, 1 bay leaf, 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce, 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- Return the seared beef to the pot. Cover and simmer for 1.5-2 hours, or until the beef is very tender.1.5 lbs beef chuck roast
- Add the egg noodles to the pot and cook according to package directions, usually about 8-10 minutes, or until tender. Remove bay leaf before serving.12 oz egg noodles, 1 bay leaf
- Serve hot and enjoy!
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