Classic Beef and Noodles
Ingredients
- 1 Tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound beef stew meat
cut into one inch pieces
- 22 ounces cream of mushroom soup
two 11-ounce boxes from Trader Joe's recommended, see note below
- 2 Tablespoon onion dip mix
- 1 cup beef broth
more if needed, see instructions below
- 8 ounces egg noodles
- 1 Tablespoon salt
for cooking the noodles
Directions
- 1
Add olive oil to pressure cooker pot and set to sauté function. Divide meat in half and brown the first half, turning only once. Remove from pot and set on plate. Brown second half of meat.
- 2
Brown meat in heavy bottom pot over medium high heat using same procedure. Once all ingredients (not the egg noodles which will need to be cooked separately) have been added to pot, cover and allow to braise at a simmer for at least an hour. When done, stir in the drained cooked noodles.
- 3
Brown meat in heavy bottom pot over medium high heat using same procedure. Transfer to slow cooker with remaining ingredients (not the egg noodles which will need to be cooked separately). Cover and cook on high for 2 hours or low (recommended) for 6-8 hours. When done, stir in the drained cooked noodles.
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About this Recipe
Craving a hug in a bowl? This Classic Beef and Noodles recipe delivers that timeless comfort with a speed and simplicity that will surprise you, bringing Granny's beloved dish to your table faster than ever. Imagine rich, savory beef nestled among tender egg noodles, all coated in a luscious, creamy sauce that feels like a warm embrace on even the busiest weeknights.
Why This Recipe Works
What makes this beef and noodles dish truly special is its ingenious combination of just five main ingredients with the efficiency of modern cooking methods. Whether you choose the lightning-fast Instant Pot, the hands-off Crockpot, or the traditional stovetop, this recipe takes Granny's classic and makes it effortlessly achievable. The secret lies in the humble yet powerful cream of mushroom soup and onion dip mix, creating a depth of flavor that tastes like it simmered all day, even when it’s ready in minutes.
What to Expect
Prepare for a hearty, deeply satisfying meal that evokes childhood memories. You'll find tender, bite-sized pieces of beef stew meat, slow-cooked to perfection in a creamy, savory sauce that clings beautifully to every strand of egg noodle. The texture is wonderfully comforting: melt-in-your-mouth beef and perfectly cooked, yielding noodles in a velvety sauce. This is pure, unadulterated comfort food—rich, flavorful, and incredibly easy to love.
Customization & Variations
While the Instant Pot speeds things up, you can easily adapt this dish to a Crockpot for a set-it-and-forget-it approach, or on the stovetop for a more traditional simmer. Feel free to adjust the amount of beef broth, adding more if you prefer a looser, saucier consistency. This dish’s inherent simplicity makes it wonderfully versatile for any cooking style.
Serving & Context
Classic Beef and Noodles is the quintessential family meal, perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner or when you need a comforting dish to warm you from the inside out. Serve it in generous bowls, perhaps with a simple green salad or some crusty bread to soak up every last drop of that incredible sauce.