French onion beef and noodles is the ultimate comfort food to warm your soul!
This one-pot wonder combines tender beef, caramelized onions, and egg noodles in a rich, savory broth.
Topped with melty Gruyère cheese and crispy fried onions, this dish is absolutely to die for. I made it last weekend, and everyone totally flipped for it!
Trust me, you need this in your life! It’s a great way to switch up your usual dinner rotation and impress your family.
Why You’ll Love This French Onion Beef and Noodles
Comfort Food: This hearty dish combines tender beef, caramelized onions, and creamy egg noodles for the best comfort food experience.
One Pot: The recipe conveniently comes together in a single pot, making cleanup a breeze and saving time in the kitchen.
Crowd-Pleaser: With its rich flavors and satisfying texture, this beef and noodle dish is sure to be a hit with family and friends.
Rich and Flavorful: It features a depth of flavor from caramelized onions, red wine, and a blend of cheeses. It offers a gourmet twist on traditional beef and noodles.
Ingredients
- Beef Stew Meat: Tender, bite-sized chunks of beef simmer to perfection in the savory sauce.
- Wide Egg Noodles: Hearty noodles cook right in the pot, soaking up all the rich flavors.
- Yellow Onion: It’s slowly caramelized until deep golden brown for a classic French onion taste.
- Garlic: It’s minced and sautéed to add a fragrant, subtle layer of flavor to the dish.
- Butter and Olive Oil: Help the onions caramelize to perfection and add richness to the sauce.
- Dry Red Wine and Beef Broth: To deglaze the pan and add a complex, savory, umami-rich base for the sauce.
- Condensed French Onion Soup: The secret ingredient to bring the French onion flavor.
- Cream Cheese and Sour Cream: Create a lusciously creamy texture to coat each noodle.
- Shredded Gruyère Cheese: Nutty, salty, and gooey, it’s the ultimate finishing touch melted into the sauce.
- Seasonings: I use Worcestershire sauce, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper to add flavor.
- Crispy Fried Onions: They’re sprinkled on top for an irresistible crunch in every bite.
How to Make French Onion Beef and Noodles
You’ll love how easy this one-pot meal is!
1. Brown the beef cubes. Heat the olive oil in a pot. Season the beef cubes with salt and pepper. Brown the beef on all sides and set aside.
2. Caramelize the onions. Reduce the heat, and add butter to the pot. Cook the sliced onions until very soft and caramelized, about 25-30 minutes.
3. Add the garlic and wine. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute. Pour in the red wine and simmer until mostly evaporated, scraping up the browned bits.
4. Add the liquids and seasonings. Stir in the French onion soup, beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, salt and pepper. Return the browned beef to the pot.
5. Braise the beef. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer covered until the beef is very tender, about 1-1.5 hours.
6. Cook the egg noodles. Stir the uncooked egg noodles into the pot and simmer uncovered until tender, about 10 minutes.
7. Add the cream cheese and sour cream. Remove from the heat. Stir in the cream cheese and sour cream until smooth. Stir in the shredded Gruyère cheese.
8. Serve with crispy onions. Serve hot, topped with crispy fried onions.
Tips for the Best French Onion Beef and Noodles
Follow these tips for a meal you’ll never forget.
- Buy the best beef. Use chuck roast or stew meat cut into 1-inch cubes for tender, flavorful beef.
- Pick your pasta. Wide egg noodles are classic, but any sturdy pasta like pappardelle or fettuccine works well.
- Amp up the seasoning. Don’t be shy with the salt, pepper, garlic, and herbs like thyme or a bay leaf. Well-seasoned beef and broth are key to a tasty dish.
- Have fun experimenting. Try adding sautéed mushrooms, using ground beef instead of stew meat, topping with shredded Swiss cheese, or stirring in frozen peas.
- Make it a meal. Serve hot, topped with crispy fried onions. Pairs well with a side of green vegetables like broccoli or green beans.
How to Store
Leftover beef and noodles make for wonderful lunches throughout the week!
To Store: Place leftovers in an air-tight container and refrigerate for up to 3-4 days. Ensure the container is sealed properly to maintain freshness.
To Freeze: Cool completely before transferring to a freezer-safe container or bag. Leftovers can be frozen for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.
To Reheat: For best results, reheat in a skillet over medium heat, adding a splash of beef broth or water to prevent drying out. Stir occasionally until heated through, which typically takes about 5-7 minutes.
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French Onion Beef and Noodles
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If you love French onion soup, you’ll flip for French onion beef and noodles! It’s creamy, savory, and to die for!
Ingredients
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 pound beef stew meat, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 large yellow onion, thinly sliced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon butter
1/2 cup dry red wine
1 (10.5 ounce) can condensed French onion soup
2 1/2 cups beef broth
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
12 ounces wide egg noodles
4 ounces cream cheese, cubed
1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 cup shredded Gruyère cheese
Crispy fried onions, for topping
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Season the beef cubes with salt and pepper. Add to the pot and brown on all sides, about 5 minutes total. Remove the beef and set aside.
- Reduce the heat to medium-low and add the butter to the pot. Once melted, add the sliced onions. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the onions are very soft and caramelized, about 25-30 minutes.
- Add the garlic and cook 1 minute more. Pour in the red wine and simmer until mostly evaporated, scraping up any browned bits.
- Stir in the condensed French onion soup, beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Return the beef to the pot.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer. Cover and cook until the beef is very tender, about 1 to 1 1/2 hours.
- Stir the uncooked egg noodles into the pot. Simmer, uncovered, until the noodles are tender, about 10 minutes.
- Remove from the heat and stir in the cream cheese and sour cream until smooth. Stir in the shredded Gruyère.
- Serve hot, topped with crispy fried onions. Enjoy!
