Description
Comforting French onion beef and noodles blend rich caramelized onion flavors with tender beef and silky pasta. Hearty ingredients meld together, creating a satisfying meal that brings warmth and depth to your dinner table.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 2 lbs beef chuck roast
- 1 lb egg noodles
- 4 large onions
Seasoning and Aromatics:
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Liquid and Binding Ingredients:
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1/4 cup worcestershire sauce
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped)
- 1 cup shredded gruyère cheese
Instructions
- Prepare the beef chuck roast by patting it dry with paper towels and generously seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Sear the beef roast until a deep golden-brown crust forms on all sides, approximately 4-5 minutes per side.
- Remove the roast and set aside. In the same pot, add sliced onions and sauté until they become soft and caramelized, stirring occasionally, about 15-20 minutes.
- Mince garlic and add to the caramelized onions, along with dried thyme. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Sprinkle flour over the onion mixture, stirring to coat and create a roux. Cook for 1 minute to remove raw flour taste.
- Gradually pour in beef broth and Worcestershire sauce, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot.
- Return the beef roast to the pot, ensuring it’s partially submerged in the liquid. Cover and simmer on low heat for 2-3 hours, or until the meat becomes tender and easily shreds.
- Remove the roast and shred it using two forks. Return the meat to the pot and stir to combine with the onion sauce.
- In a separate large pot, cook egg noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Stir heavy cream into the beef and onion mixture, creating a rich, velvety sauce.
- Combine the shredded beef mixture with the cooked noodles, ensuring everything is well incorporated.
- Sprinkle chopped parsley and shredded Gruyère cheese over the top. Let the cheese melt slightly before serving.
- Plate the dish and garnish with additional parsley if desired. Serve hot and enjoy the comforting, flavor-packed meal.
Notes
- Sear the beef chuck roast at high heat to lock in rich, deep flavors and create a beautiful golden-brown exterior that enhances the overall taste profile.
- Caramelize onions slowly and patiently, allowing natural sugars to develop a sweet, complex flavor that transforms the entire dish’s depth and character.
- Opt for low and slow cooking to ensure the beef becomes incredibly tender, allowing it to effortlessly shred and absorb the delicious onion sauce.
- Consider substituting egg noodles with gluten-free alternatives like zucchini noodles or cauliflower rice for those with dietary restrictions, maintaining the dish’s comforting essence.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 2-3 hours
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 50 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 40 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg