Slow Cooker Beef & Noodles

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There’s nothing quite like a bowl of tender beef and noodles to bring comfort to the table. This Slow Cooker Beef & Noodles recipe is the perfect hearty meal for busy days when you want something filling but fuss-free. The slow cooker does all the work, transforming simple ingredients into a rich, savory dish with melt-in-your-mouth beef and perfectly seasoned noodles. It’s a family favorite that’s cozy, satisfying, and guaranteed to please everyone at the dinner table.

Slow Cooker Beef & Noodles

Ingredients:

• 2 lbs beef chuck roast (or stew meat), cut into large chunks
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 cups beef broth
• 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
• 1 packet onion soup mix (or beefy onion flavor)
• 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tsp dried thyme (optional)
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 12 oz egg noodles (wide)
• 2 tbsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp water (optional, for thickening)
• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Beef:
   Place the beef chunks into the slow cooker. Sprinkle with black pepper.
2. Add Flavor:
   Add the onion, garlic, beef broth, cream of mushroom soup, onion soup mix, Worcestershire sauce, and thyme. Stir gently to combine.
3. Slow Cook:
   Cover and cook on LOW for 7–8 hours or HIGH for 4–5 hours, until beef is tender and easily shredded.
4. Shred the Beef:
   Remove the beef chunks, shred them with two forks, then return to the slow cooker.
5. Cook the Noodles:
   About 30 minutes before serving, add the egg noodles. Stir well, cover, and let them cook until tender (check after 20 minutes to avoid overcooking).
   
   • If the mixture looks too thin, stir in the cornstarch slurry to thicken.
7. Serve:
   Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm with crusty bread or a side salad.

Storage:

• Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• Reheat on the stovetop or in the microwave, adding a splash of beef broth if noodles have absorbed too much liquid.
• Freeze only the beef mixture (without noodles) for up to 2 months; add freshly cooked noodles when reheating.