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Classic Beef and Noodle Soup Recipe

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Classic beef and noodle soup is a hearty, comforting dish with tender beef, soft noodles, and a rich savory broth. Perfect for cozy meals, it’s a satisfying one-pot recipe the whole family will love.

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 lbs beef stew meat or chuck roast, cut into cubes
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 carrots, sliced
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 6 cups beef broth
  • 2 cups water
  • 2 cups egg noodles
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add beef and sear until browned on all sides, then remove and set aside.
  3. In the same pot, sauté onion, garlic, carrots, and celery until softened.
  4. Return beef to the pot and add beef broth and water.
  5. Stir in bay leaf, thyme, salt, and black pepper.
  6. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 45–60 minutes until beef is tender.
  7. Add egg noodles and cook according to package instructions until tender.
  8. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
  9. Remove bay leaf, garnish with parsley if desired, and serve hot.

Notes

  • Simmer longer for more tender beef if needed.
  • Add extra broth when reheating if noodles absorb liquid.
  • Freeze without noodles for best texture.
  • Swap noodles for other pasta if desired.
  • Add Worcestershire sauce for deeper flavor.

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