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Beef Noodle Soup

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This comforting beef noodle soup takes basic ingredients to the next level. Start with chunks of beef - chuck roast works great - and brown them well. Add vegetables and broth, then let it simmer until the meat is fork-tender. The mushroom soup adds rich flavor and helps thicken the broth slightly. Add egg noodles near the end so they stay tender. While it needs time for the beef to get tender, most of that time is just letting it cook on its own. Perfect for weekend cooking with leftovers for the week.
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Updated on Wed, 15 Jan 2025 19:14:06 GMT
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Yesterday I made my family's favorite beef noodle soup and the house smelled absolutely amazing! This recipe came from my mom who made it every Sunday during winter. There's something magical about tender chunks of beef slow-cooked with egg noodles and fresh veggies in a rich savory broth. It's the kind of meal that makes everyone show up early for dinner!

Why This Recipe Makes Everyone Happy

This soup has become my go-to recipe whenever someone needs a pick-me-up. The kids love slurping up those soft egg noodles and my husband always says it reminds him of his grandmother's cooking. Even my pickiest eater cleans her bowl! It's perfect for busy weeknights since I can make it in the slow cooker or whip it up quickly in my Instant Pot. Plus the leftovers taste even better the next day perfect for thermoses in school lunches.

Everything You'll Need

  • The Basics: 2 pounds of chuck roast get the good stuff, some vegetable oil, 8 cups of beef broth, a packet of onion soup mix my secret weapon, fresh garlic cloves, your favorite dried herbs rosemary and thyme, carrots and celery from the produce drawer, a can of cream of mushroom soup, regular egg noodles, salt and pepper, fresh parsley if you're feeling fancy.

Let's Get Cooking

Getting That Perfect Beef
First trim your chuck roast and cut it into nice bite-sized pieces. Get your biggest pot hot and add some oil. Season those beef chunks and brown them until they're all crusty and gorgeous. Don't rush this part it's where all the flavor starts!
Making That Amazing Broth
Once your beef is browned toss it back in the pot with your broth onion soup mix and all those lovely herbs. Let it bubble away for an hour this is what makes that meat melt in your mouth.
Veggies and Noodles Time
Now add your mushroom soup carrots and celery. Give it another 20 minutes then throw in those egg noodles. They'll cook right in all that flavorful broth and soak up all the goodness.
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Different Ways to Make It

Love your slow cooker? Throw everything except the noodles in there in the morning and let it work its magic all day. Got an Instant Pot? You can have this ready in under an hour! Just remember to add those noodles at the end no matter how you cook it nobody likes mushy noodles.

Saving Some For Later

This soup keeps beautifully in the fridge for 3 or 4 days. Just warm it up slowly on the stove or pop it in the microwave. Want to freeze some? Make it without the noodles they're best fresh. Then when you're ready to eat just thaw your soup and cook up some fresh noodles to add in.

My Kitchen Secrets

Don't skip browning the beef! Those crusty bits at the bottom of the pot are pure gold they make the broth so rich. Cook your noodles just before serving they'll be perfect every time. And always taste before adding more salt some broths are saltier than others.

Serving It Up Right

Ladle this into big bowls and sprinkle with some fresh parsley. I love serving it with warm crusty bread for soaking up every last drop of broth. A simple green salad on the side makes it a complete meal that'll have everyone asking for seconds.

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Make It Your Own

Sometimes I throw in different vegetables whatever looks good at the store. Mushrooms are amazing in this! Some folks in my family like it with potato chunks too. The beauty of this recipe is that it's pretty forgiving just keep the basic beef and broth base and play around with the rest.

Frequently Asked Questions

→ What cut of beef works best?
Chuck roast is recommended over stew meat. It's similar in price but provides better quality and more consistent results.
→ Can I make this in a slow cooker?
Yes, sear beef first then cook on LOW for 6 hours. Add vegetables for 1 hour, then noodles for final hour.
→ Can I freeze this soup?
Freeze soup without noodles for up to 3 months. Add fresh noodles when reheating.
→ How long does it keep?
Store in refrigerator for 3-4 days. The noodles may continue to absorb liquid.
→ What's the quickest cooking method?
Instant Pot method takes about 1 hour total with 45 minutes pressure cooking time.

Beef Noodle Soup

A comforting soup featuring tender beef chunks, egg noodles, and vegetables in a rich broth. Can be made on stovetop, slow cooker, or Instant Pot.

Prep Time
15 Minutes
Cook Time
90 Minutes
Total Time
105 Minutes

Category: Soups & Stews

Difficulty: Intermediate

Cuisine: American

Yield: 6 Servings (6 servings)

Dietary: ~

Ingredients

01 2-3 pounds beef roast.
02 2 tablespoons oil.
03 8 cups low-sodium beef broth.
04 1 envelope onion soup mix.
05 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary.
06 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme.
07 3-4 cloves garlic, minced.
08 1 (10.5 oz) can cream of mushroom soup.
09 2 large carrots, chopped.
10 2 celery ribs, chopped.
11 24 ounces egg noodles.
12 Salt and pepper to taste.
13 Sautéed mushrooms (optional).

Instructions

Step 01

Trim fat from roast and cut into 1-inch cubes. Season with salt and pepper.

Step 02

Heat oil in large pot. Sear seasoned beef on all sides.

Step 03

Add broth, onion soup mix, herbs, and garlic. Boil then simmer covered for 1 hour.

Step 04

Stir in mushroom soup, celery and carrots. Cook 20 minutes.

Step 05

Add noodles and cook 5-10 minutes until tender. Add sautéed mushrooms if desired.

Notes

  1. Can make in slow cooker or Instant Pot.
  2. Use chuck roast for best results.
  3. Freeze without noodles.

Tools You'll Need

  • Large pot or Dutch oven.

Allergy Information

Please check ingredients for potential allergens and consult a health professional if in doubt.
  • Dairy.
  • Wheat.

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

It is important to consider this information as approximate and not to use it as definitive health advice.
  • Calories: 849
  • Total Fat: 37 g
  • Total Carbohydrate: 64 g
  • Protein: 65 g