If you’re craving a comforting home-cooked meal, this Beef and Noodles recipe is just what you need. The beef turns out incredibly tender as it simmers in a creamy sauce made from beef broth and heavy cream. With just a few basic ingredients, this dish is easy to make and perfect for busy weeknights. And if you want to elevate the flavors even more, a splash of red wine adds a lovely depth, though it’s just as delicious without it.
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Why Our Recipe
- Super tender beef in a creamy sauce made with beef broth and heavy cream.
- Simple ingredients and steps make this a go-to comfort meal.
- Optional red wine adds a nice depth of flavor, but it’s just as tasty without it.
This dish is all about bringing comfort to the table without too much hassle. Pair it with a simple salad or some crusty bread, and you’ve got a dinner that’s sure to satisfy everyone at the table.
Ingredient Notes
- Beef Sirloin Steak: Choose a good-quality beef sirloin steak. You can substitute with another tender cut like ribeye or tenderloin. Make sure to cut the beef into even 1-inch cubes to keep them bite-size. Or you can go budget-friendly and use ground beef.
- All-Purpose Flour: Coating the beef in flour helps create a light crust when searing and also thickens the sauce as it simmers.
- Vegetable Oil: Any neutral oil like canola or olive oil will work as well.
- White Onion: You can use yellow onions too.
- Beef Broth: Use a good-quality, low-sodium beef broth if possible, so you can control the saltiness of the final dish.
- Red Wine (Optional): Adding red wine enhances the depth of flavor in the sauce. If you prefer not to use wine, simply omit it, or replace it with an equal amount of beef broth or a splash of balsamic vinegar.
- Whole Grain Mustard: If you don’t have whole grain mustard, you can substitute with Dijon mustard.
- Garlic Powder: If you prefer, you can use fresh minced garlic instead—about 2 cloves should do the trick.
- Heavy Cream: If you want a lighter option, you can use half-and-half, though the sauce will be less rich.
- Egg Noodles: Wide egg noodles are ideal for soaking up the creamy sauce. If you don’t have egg noodles, other pasta like fettuccine or pappardelle would work too.
Add-Ins
This dish is fantastic as is, but you can always add in sautéed mushrooms, frozen mixed veggies, or even some shredded cheddar cheese to beef this up a bit. Simply add them in when you add in the cream.
Choosing the Right Cut of Beef
While this recipe calls for beef sirloin, it isn’t your only option.
Beef Sirloin Steak: This is a great choice for this recipe because it’s both tender and flavorful. Sirloin cooks quickly and becomes incredibly tender when simmered in the creamy sauce. It’s a mid-range option in terms of price, making it a good balance between quality and cost.
Ribeye or Tenderloin: If you’re looking to splurge, ribeye or tenderloin are top-tier cuts that will add even more richness to the dish. These cuts are extremely tender and have a higher fat content, which enhances the flavor. However, they come with a higher price tag.
Budget-Friendly Option: For a more economical choice, you can use ground beef or a tougher cut like chuck roast. If you go with chuck roast, be sure to simmer it longer to ensure it becomes tender. Ground beef is also a great option if you’re short on time or looking to save money—just brown it thoroughly before adding it to the sauce.
Serving Suggestions
You can serve this one as is for a one-stop meal. This is a simple meal, so keep things simple. If you want to add a side, consider a green salad, or roasted vegetables like broccoli or asparagus, or use one of our simple methods for upgrading frozen vegetables. A side of crusty bread is always a great option too.
Storage and Reheating Instructions:
Refrigerate any leftovers together with the beef and noodles combined in an airtight container for up to 3 days. The sauce may thicken as it cools, so you might want to add a splash of beef broth or water when reheating.
Reheat in the microwave by placing a serving in a microwave-safe dish. Reheat on high in 30-second increments, stirring in between, until heated through. Add a little beef broth or water if the sauce is too thick.
Reheat in a skillet over medium heat and add in the beef and noodles. Stir occasionally, adding a splash of beef broth or water to loosen the sauce if needed. Cook until warmed through, about 5-7 minutes.
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Can this be made in crockpot?
There’s certainly a way, but it would require quite a few modifications to the recipe. Maybe we’ll come out with a slow cooker version someday!
Easy with steak or ground beef! Family loves this recipe.
Cooked instapot method and ended up with creamy beef soup. Won’t try that again.
Is it possible to freeze this in individual containers for single meals?
Loved this dish!! Even better the next day. Used the red wine & lots of sautéed mushrooms!
I saw a video for this recipe on FB today and had to try it. My challenge was the fact I didn’t have beef sirloin handy. I only had ground beef. Strange substitution, you say? Yep, agreed. But, I had all the other ingredients, I knew I could make it all in one pot (sans noodles), and it just looked like yummy comfort food. I sautéed the ground beef first, and drained the fat. The rest of the recipe I followed exactly, except I sautéed the onions in butter and omitted the cooking oil. I figured it would be unnecessary since the ground beef had enough of its own fat content. I did add wine and mustard, as written. My family and I loved it. It makes a delicious, rich sauce. I was a little worried about the ground mustard, but I think it gives just a little bite to the sauce. Next time I make it, I’ll be sure to use the sirloin as directed, because I’m sure that takes it up even another notch. But for those folks out there who need to make something in a pinch, it really was wonderful with the ground beef, too.