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French Onion Beef and Noodles Recipe

French Onion Beef and Noodles Recipe
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French Onion Beef and Noodles is a comforting one-pot dish featuring tender beef, rich French onion flavors, creamy noodles, and a crispy fried onion topping.

Ingredients

Beef and Seasonings

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 pound beef stew meat, cut into bite-sized chunks
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Broth and Noodles

  • 1 can (10.5 oz) French onion soup (store-bought or homemade)
  • 3 cups good quality low-sodium beef broth
  • 12 oz wide egg noodles (or gluten-free alternative)

Creamy Finish

  • 1/2 cup full-fat sour cream, at room temperature
  • 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup French fried onions (store-bought or homemade)

Instructions

  1. Sear the beef – Heat olive oil in a large pot, add beef, season, and brown.
  2. Deglaze and simmer – Pour in French onion soup and beef broth, simmer to tenderize beef.
  3. Cook the noodles – Add noodles to the pot, simmer until tender.
  4. Finish with cream and cheese – Stir in sour cream and Parmesan until creamy.
  5. Add crunch and serve – Top with French fried onions before serving.

Notes

  • Sour cream tip: Use room-temperature sour cream to prevent curdling.
  • Beef options: Substitute with ground beef or chuck roast.
  • Fried onion alternatives: Use homemade crispy onions or toasted breadcrumbs.
  • Make it gluten-free: Use certified gluten-free ingredients.
  • Storage: Refrigerate leftovers for up to 4 days; reheat on the stove.

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