Old Fashioned Beef and Noodles

Name: Old Fashioned Beef and Noodles
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 3 h 30 min
Total time: 3 h 45 min
Yield: 6
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 pounds beef chuck roast; 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; 1 onion, diced; 4 cups beef broth; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 teaspoon dried thyme; Salt and black pepper to taste; 12 ounces wide egg noodles; 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

A warm and comforting classic that features tender shredded beef simmered until perfectly soft.

By Enzo81 Kitchen· American· October 26, 2026

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Prep

15 minutes

Cook

3 hours 30 minutes

Total

3 hours 45 minutes

Serves

There is nothing quite like a big bowl of beef and noodles when the weather turns cool. This recipe relies on a simple slow simmer to get the beef perfectly tender, making it a great meal to prepare when you have a bit of time to let the kitchen smell amazing.

I love serving this on a quiet weeknight because it is hearty and satisfying. The egg noodles soak up all that savory broth, creating a meal that feels like a big hug in a bowl.

Ingredients

2 pounds beef chuck roast
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 onion, diced
4 cups beef broth
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon dried thyme
Salt and black pepper to taste
12 ounces wide egg noodles
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

8Instructions

1
Pat the beef dry with paper towels and season it well with salt and pepper.
2
Heat the oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium high heat and sear the beef on all sides until browned.
3
Remove the beef, add the onion to the pot, and cook until softened.
4
Return the beef to the pot and add the broth, garlic, and thyme.
5
Cover and simmer on low heat for about 3 hours or until the beef pulls apart easily with a fork.
6
Remove the beef to a cutting board, shred it into bite sized pieces, and return it to the pot.
7
Stir in the egg noodles and cook for about 8 to 10 minutes until the noodles are tender.
8
Serve warm in bowls topped with fresh parsley.

Tips

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. The noodles will soak up more broth as they sit, so you may want to add a splash of water or extra beef broth when reheating. This dish freezes well if you store it without the noodles and add fresh ones upon reheating.

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