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Tender, fall-apart shredded beef in a rich, savory gravy, served over thick, comforting egg noodles. This Midwestern classic is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for a cozy family dinner.
For 6 servings
Sear the Beef
Build the Gravy Base
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Tender, fall-apart shredded beef in a rich, savory gravy, served over thick, comforting egg noodles. This Midwestern classic is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for a cozy family dinner.
This midwest recipe takes 200 minutes to prepare and yields 6 servings. At 861.42 calories per serving with 53.97g of protein, it's a moderately challenging recipe perfect for dinner or supper or lunch.
Slow Cook the Beef
Cook Noodles and Shred Beef
Finish and Serve
Use beef brisket or round roast instead of chuck roast. You may need to adjust the cooking time to achieve the same level of tenderness.
Add 8 ounces of sliced cremini mushrooms along with the onions for an earthier flavor. For a deeper gravy, deglaze the pot with 1/2 cup of dry red wine (like Cabernet Sauvignon) after cooking the onions and before adding the flour.
Incorporate 1 teaspoon of fresh, chopped rosemary or sage along with the dried thyme for a more complex and aromatic herb profile.
For a richer, creamier gravy reminiscent of stroganoff, stir in 1/4 to 1/2 cup of sour cream or heavy cream at the very end, after returning the beef and noodles to the pot. Heat gently but do not boil.
Beef is a complete protein, providing all the essential amino acids necessary for muscle repair, immune function, and building tissues in the body.
This dish provides a significant amount of heme iron from the beef, a form that is more easily absorbed by the body than non-heme iron from plants. Iron is crucial for producing red blood cells and preventing anemia.
The combination of complex carbohydrates from the egg noodles and protein and fat from the beef provides a long-lasting source of energy, making it a very satisfying and filling meal.
A typical 1.5 cup serving of this Beef and Noodles recipe contains approximately 700-850 calories, depending on the fat content of the beef and the specific brand of noodles used.
Beef and Noodles is a hearty, calorie-dense comfort food. While it's rich in protein and iron from the beef, it is also high in carbohydrates, sodium, and saturated fat. It's best enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.
Yes! For a slow cooker, follow steps 1 and 2 on the stovetop, then transfer everything to the slow cooker and cook on low for 6-8 hours. For an Instant Pot, use the 'Sauté' function for steps 1 and 2, then pressure cook on high for 45-50 minutes with a natural pressure release. Cook the noodles separately in both cases.
Beef chuck roast is the ideal cut. It has a good amount of fat and connective tissue that breaks down during slow cooking, resulting in incredibly tender, flavorful meat that shreds easily.
If your gravy is too thin, you can create a slurry. Mix 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of cold water until smooth. Slowly whisk the slurry into the simmering gravy and cook for 1-2 minutes until it has thickened to your liking.