Description
A hearty and comforting slow-simmered beef stew featuring tender beef tips in a flavorful beef broth with onions, garlic, and herbs, served over buttery egg noodles. This warming dish is perfect for a satisfying family meal.
Ingredients
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Beef and Broth
- 1 lb beef stew meat or sirloin tips, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Noodles
- 8 oz egg noodles
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- Salt, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Beef Tips: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the beef pieces and sear until they are browned on all sides. Once browned, remove the beef from the skillet and set it aside.
- Sauté Aromatics: Using the same skillet, add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 3 minutes. Then add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Simmer the Beef: Return the seared beef to the skillet. Pour in the beef broth and Worcestershire sauce. Add the dried thyme, salt, and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Bring the mixture to a boil, reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer gently for 1 to 1.5 hours until the beef is tender and the sauce has thickened.
- Prepare the Noodles: While the beef simmers, cook the egg noodles according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain the noodles and return them to the pot. Add the unsalted butter and toss the noodles until the butter melts and coats them evenly. Season with salt to taste.
- Serve: Place a serving of buttery noodles on each plate. Top with the savory beef tips and sauce. Garnish with fresh parsley or thyme if desired for added aroma and presentation.
Notes
- For extra flavor, deglaze the skillet with a splash of beef broth after searing the beef to capture all browned bits.
- You can substitute sirloin tips with stew meat if preferred for more affordable cuts.
- The sauce can be thickened further by simmering uncovered for the last 15 minutes if desired.
- Fresh herbs like thyme or parsley make a lovely garnish but are optional.
- Ensure noodles are cooked al dente to prevent them from becoming mushy when combined with the sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
