Crock Pot French Onion Beef and Noodles
A comforting and flavorful dish of tender beef, caramelized onions, and buttery egg noodles, all slow-cooked for a warm, satisfying meal.
Ingredients
For the Beef
- 2 lbs Beef Stew Meat (or chuck roast or round steak)
- ¼ cup Flour can be omitted for gluten-free
- 1 tbsp Garlic Powder or fresh garlic
- 1 tbsp Onion Powder or fresh onions
- 1 tbsp Salt adjust to taste
- 1 tsp Black Pepper adjust to taste
- 2 tbsp Butter can use olive oil
- 3 large Yellow Onions sliced
- ¾ cup Beef Stock low-sodium preferred
- 1 packet French Onion Soup Mix homemade is best
- 1 leaf Bay Leaf remove before serving
- ½ tsp Dried Rosemary thyme is a good substitute
- 4 oz Cream Cheese cubed, Greek yogurt can be a substitute
- ¼ cup Sour Cream heavy cream can be used for richer texture
For the Noodles
- 12 oz Egg Noodles gluten-free pasta can be used
- 1 cup French Fried Onions for topping
Instructions
Preparation
- Trim excess fat from the beef stew meat and cut it into bite-sized pieces. Dust the meat with flour for a thicker sauce if desired.
Searing the Meat
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, melt the butter. Add the beef and season with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Sear until browned on all sides.
Layering Ingredients
- In the crock pot, add sliced onions followed by the browned beef. Pour in the beef stock and add the French onion soup mix, bay leaf, and dried rosemary.
Creamy Finish
- Add cream cheese and sour cream to the pot, ensuring even distribution.
Slow Cooking
- Set the crock pot on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the meat is tender.
Cooking the Noodles
- Boil egg noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Final Assembly
- Discard the bay leaf from the crock pot, stir in the cooked noodles, and serve topped with French fried onions.
Notes
For extra flavor, consider adding a splash of white wine to the broth. Replace egg noodles with gluten-free pasta for a gluten-free option. Leftovers can be stored for up to 3 days and reheated gently.