Who doesn't love a good mash-up of comfort foods? Today, I'm taking us on a little culinary detour, marrying the hearty warmth of French onion soup with the satisfying chew of a good noodle dish. Picture this: French Onion Beef Noodles, a dish that is as comforting as it sounds. It's the perfect answer to those chilly evenings when you're craving something that feels like a hug in a bowl. The best part? It's going to fill your kitchen with aromas that remind you of grandma's house during the holidays. This dish is for those days when you want a little something special, but you've got about a million other things on your to-do list. Quick, savory, and just a bit indulgent—because we’ve earned it, right?
When it comes to sides, simplicity is key. Think a crisp green salad with a vinaigrette dressing to cut through the richness of the noodles, or maybe some steamed green beans. A slice of crusty baguette wouldn’t go amiss either, perfect for mopping up any leftover sauce.
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French Onion Beef Noodles
Servings: 4 servings
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 1/2 pounds beef chuck, thinly sliced
- 3 large onions, thinly sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup red wine (optional)
- 4 cups beef broth
- 12 ounces egg noodles
- 1 cup grated Gruyère cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped parsley for garnish
- 1 1/2 pounds beef chuck, thinly sliced
- 3 large onions, thinly sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup red wine (optional)
- 4 cups beef broth
- 12 ounces egg noodles
- 1 cup grated Gruyère cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Directions
1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the sliced beef and season with salt and pepper. Sauté until browned and transfer to a plate.
2. In the same skillet, add the onions and cook over medium heat until they are caramelized and golden brown, which should take about 15-20 minutes. Stir in the garlic and thyme leaves, cooking for another minute until fragrant.
3. Sprinkle the flour over the onions and stir to combine. Cook for a minute to get rid of the raw flour taste. Pour in the red wine, if using, and beef broth, scraping any bits off the bottom of the pan.
4. Bring the sauce to a simmer, then return the beef to the skillet. Let it simmer gently while you cook the noodles.
5. In a separate pot, cook egg noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and add to the skillet with beef and onions. Stir gently to combine everything evenly.
6. Preheat the broiler. Sprinkle Gruyère cheese over the top of the noodle mixture and place under the broiler until the cheese is bubbly and slightly golden, about 2-3 minutes.
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7. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Variations & Tips
- If you're short on time, use a good quality store-bought beef stock and pre-sliced beef from the butcher to save on prep.
- Don’t skip on the caramelization of the onions. It’s essential for that deep, sweet flavor typical of French onion soup.
- If you’re not a wine drinker, you can omit the red wine and just use beef broth.
- Vegetarian in the family? Substitute the beef with hearty mushrooms and use vegetable broth instead.
- The Gruyère cheese is traditional, but you can use Swiss or mozzarella if it’s what you have at hand. The goal is melty, cheesy goodness, so don’t stress too much about it.
- Don’t skip on the caramelization of the onions. It’s essential for that deep, sweet flavor typical of French onion soup.
- If you’re not a wine drinker, you can omit the red wine and just use beef broth.
- Vegetarian in the family? Substitute the beef with hearty mushrooms and use vegetable broth instead.
- The Gruyère cheese is traditional, but you can use Swiss or mozzarella if it’s what you have at hand. The goal is melty, cheesy goodness, so don’t stress too much about it.