Here’s a comforting Crock Pot Beef & Noodles recipe—tender beef, flavorful gravy, and soft egg noodles, all made in one slow cooker.
Ingredients (serves 4–6)
- 2 lbs beef chuck roast, cut into 2-inch pieces
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups beef broth
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme or Italian seasoning
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 8 oz egg noodles
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
- 2 tablespoons water (optional, for thickening)
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
1. Prepare the beef:
- Place beef, onion, and garlic in the crockpot.
- Season with salt, pepper, thyme, and Worcestershire sauce.
- Pour beef broth over the top.
2. Cook:
- Cover and cook on low for 7–8 hours or high for 4–5 hours until beef is tender.
3. Add noodles:
- About 30 minutes before serving, add egg noodles to the crockpot.
- Stir gently and cover, cooking until noodles are tender.
4. Optional thickening:
- If you want a thicker sauce, mix cornstarch and water in a small bowl and stir into the crockpot.
- Cook another 5–10 minutes until sauce thickens.
5. Serve:
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.
💡 Tips:
- Cut beef into even pieces so it cooks uniformly.
- You can add carrots or mushrooms for extra flavor.
- This dish reheats well and tastes even better the next day as the flavors meld.
If you want, I can also give a quick 30-minute stovetop version that mimics the slow-cooker flavor but is ready much faster.
