Easy Beef and Noodles Recipe | Homemade Comfort Food

beef broth

🥗Healthier: low-sodium beef broth

💰Cheaper: water + bouillon cubes

Low-sodium broth reduces sodium intake while bouillon cubes are a cost-effective option.

egg noodles

🥗Healthier: whole wheat noodles

💰Cheaper: pasta

Whole wheat noodles provide more fiber, while pasta is often cheaper.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: liquid aminos

Tamari is gluten-free, while liquid aminos offers a similar flavor profile.

cornstarch

🥗Healthier: arrowroot powder

💰Cheaper: flour

Arrowroot is a gluten-free thickener, while flour is a more economical option.

Heat vegetable oil in a large braiser over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chuck roast to the braiser and cook until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.

Remove beef from the braiser and set aside.

In the same braiser, add chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Stir in beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, dried thyme, and bay leaves, and bring to a simmer.

Mix cornstarch with water to create a slurry, then gradually add to the simmering broth while stirring to avoid lumps, cooking until the sauce thickens, about 3-5 minutes.

Return beef to the braiser and reduce heat to low, cooking gently for 2-3 minutes.

Meanwhile, cook egg noodles according to package instructions until al dente, then drain.

Toss cooked noodles with the beef mixture until well coated.

Season with salt and pepper to taste, and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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