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french onion beef and noodles

french onion beef and noodles

This comforting dish combines tender beef, flavorful onions, and hearty noodles in a rich, savory sauce, inspired by the classic French onion soup. Perfect for a family dinner or a cozy night in.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine French cuisine
Servings 4 People
Calories 550 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 large skillet or frying pan
  • 1 pot for cooking noodles
  • 1 colander for draining noodles
  • 1 measuring cups and spoons
  • 1 knife and cutting board

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb beef stew meat cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 2 large onions sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 8 oz egg noodles
  • 1 cup shredded Gruyère cheese
  • to taste fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions
 

  • In a large skillet, heat the olive oil and butter over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and cook, stirring occasionally, until caramelized, about 15-20 minutes. Add the minced garlic in the last minute of cooking.
  • Once the onions are caramelized, push them to the side of the skillet and add the beef stew meat. Season with salt, pepper, and thyme. Brown the beef on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.
  • Pour in the beef broth, stirring to combine. Bring the mixture to a simmer, cover, and let it cook for 25 minutes, until the beef is tender.
  • Meanwhile, in a pot of boiling salted water, cook the egg noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  • Once the beef is tender, add the cooked noodles to the skillet and stir well to combine all ingredients.
  • Preheat your oven’s broiler.
  • Transfer the beef and noodle mixture to a baking dish, sprinkle the top with shredded Gruyère cheese, and place under the broiler for about 3-5 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
  • Remove from the oven and let cool slightly. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

You can substitute the beef stew meat with ground beef if preferred, adjusting the cooking time accordingly.
For added flavor, consider adding a splash of white wine before simmering the broth.
This dish can be made ahead of time and reheated in the oven – just be sure to add a little broth to keep it moist.