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French Onion Beef and Noodles

A warm, comforting dish featuring tender beef and caramelized onions in a creamy broth served over egg noodles.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Comfort Food, French
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound beef stew meat, cut into bite-sized pieces Use high-quality beef for best flavor.
  • 2 large onions, thinly sliced Caramelize well for depth of flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil For sautéing the onions.
  • 4 cups beef broth Provides depth of flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce For umami flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme Enhances the herbaceous quality.
  • 8 ounces egg noodles Cook until al dente.
  • 1 cup shredded Swiss cheese For topping; can substitute Gruyère.
  • to taste salt and pepper Essential for flavor.
  • for garnish fresh parsley Optional; adds freshness.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium heat.
  2. Add the sliced onions and sauté for 15-20 minutes until caramelized.
  3. Introduce the beef stew meat and brown it for 5-7 minutes on all sides.
  4. Pour in beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, and bay leaf. Season with salt and pepper.
  5. Bring to a boil, then reduce to low heat and simmer for 1.5 hours.
  6. Meanwhile, cook the egg noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  7. Remove the bay leaf from the pot and stir in the cooked noodles.
  8. Sprinkle Swiss cheese over the top, cover, and let sit until melted.
  9. Serve hot, garnished with parsley.

Notes

For enhanced flavor, consider adding balsamic vinegar or garlic while caramelizing the onions. You can prepare this dish a day in advance; just cook the noodles before serving.