Description
Hearty beef tips & noodles bring comfort straight from Midwestern kitchens, promising rich, tender meat melding perfectly with silky pasta. Slow-cooker magic delivers a classic meal that promises warmth and satisfaction you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat:
- 1.5 pounds beef stew meat, cut into bite-sized pieces
Aromatics and Seasonings:
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- Salt and pepper to taste
Liquid and Sauce Ingredients:
- 1 cup beef broth
- 0.5 cup red wine
- 1 can (10.5 ounces / 298 grams) cream of mushroom soup
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons water (for thickening)
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch (for thickening)
- 2 cups egg noodles
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Craft a flavor-packed marinade by blending tender beef stew meat with aromatic onions, garlic, robust beef broth, and optional red wine, creating a rich base for the dish.
- Incorporate cream of mushroom soup, soy sauce, and classic herbs like thyme and rosemary to enhance the meat’s depth, seasoning generously with salt and pepper for balanced taste.
- Transfer the seasoned meat mixture into the crockpot, ensuring all ingredients are thoroughly combined and evenly distributed.
- Slow cook the beef at low temperature (around 195°F) for 6-7 hours, allowing the meat to become incredibly tender and absorb all the complex flavors.
- Approximately 40 minutes before serving, prepare egg noodles in boiling water until they reach an al dente texture, then drain and set aside.
- Optional sauce enhancement involves creating a cornstarch slurry to thicken the cooking liquid, stirring it into the meat mixture and cooking on high for 15 minutes to achieve desired consistency.
- Gently fold the cooked noodles into the beef mixture, ensuring each strand is luxuriously coated with the savory sauce.
- Garnish with freshly chopped parsley for a vibrant touch and serve the hearty meal immediately while piping hot.
Notes
- Select tough, marbled cuts like chuck roast for maximum tenderness and rich flavor during slow cooking.
- Sear meat beforehand to lock in deep, caramelized flavors and enhance overall dish complexity.
- Reduce wine or broth slightly before adding to crockpot for more concentrated taste profile.
- Add fresh herbs like parsley or chives at end to brighten the rich, hearty meal and provide fresh contrast.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours 30 minutes to 8 hours 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 382 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 720 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 32 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg