Go Back

French Onion Beef And Noodles Recipe

This French Onion Beef and Noodles recipe combines tender beef, rich caramelized onions, and noodles in a savory broth, inspired by the classic French onion soup. It's a comforting dish that's perfect for a family dinner or a cozy meal.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine French-American
Servings 4 People
Calories 550 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 large pot or Dutch oven
  • 1 wooden spoon or spatula
  • 1 measuring cups and spoons
  • 1 serving bowls

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb beef stew meat Cut into bite-sized pieces.
  • 2 large onions Sliced.
  • 3 cloves garlic Minced.
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 2 cups egg noodles Uncooked.
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
  • 1 cup shredded Gruyere cheese For topping.
  • optional fresh parsley For garnish.

Instructions
 

  • In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the sliced onions and cook, stirring frequently, until they turn golden brown and caramelized, about 10-12 minutes. Remove the onions from the pot and set aside.
  • In the same pot, add the beef stew meat and season with salt and pepper. Brown the beef on all sides for about 5-7 minutes.
  • Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
  • Return the caramelized onions to the pot, and stir in the Worcestershire sauce and dried thyme. Mix well.
  • Pour in the beef broth and bring the mixture to a boil. Lower the heat, cover, and let it simmer for 15 minutes.
  • After 15 minutes, add the egg noodles to the pot. Cook according to the noodle package instructions, usually about 8-10 minutes, until the noodles are tender.
  • Once the noodles are cooked, remove the pot from heat. Stir in the shredded Gruyere cheese until melted and well incorporated.
  • Serve the dish in bowls, garnishing with fresh parsley if desired.

Notes

For added flavor, you can deglaze the pot with a splash of red wine after browning the beef.
This dish can be made in advance and reheated, but the noodles may absorb some broth, so you might want to add a bit of water or broth when reheating.
Feel free to experiment with other cheeses like mozzarella or cheddar if Gruyere isn’t available.