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    Home » Beef

    Easy Beef and Noodles

    Published: Aug 23, 2022 / Updated: May 26, 2023 / 55 Comments

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    This easy beef and noodles recipe is a homestyle favorite! It's made in 30 minutes with pantry staples, and the rich gravy is a comforting treat you'll crave again and again.

    I think you'll also enjoy my Easy Hamburger Gravy or Salisbury Steak next.

    a bowl of beef and noodles

    Why you'll love it

    Like my Chicken and Noodles, this beef and egg noodles recipe is just good old-fashioned comfort food that's affordable and no fuss. You need very few ingredients for this one to hit the spot. It has seasoned tender ground beef and is ready in a jiffy for a quick family meal that's made on the stovetop.

    This definitely is not a fancy recipe, and mysteriously that seems to be the best kind of meal for picky eaters! If you've got kiddos in your home, they will devour this ground beef and noodles with gravy made from scratch. It's one of my favorites for when motivation to cook is lacking but you're craving a cozy dinner fast.

    What you'll need

    • Egg noodles - they're the traditional choice for this recipe since they're a hearty pasta that's perfect to coat with the gravy
    • Ground beef - I prefer at least 90% lean. We love ground beef for this one since it's cheaper than other cuts but every bit as tasty.
    • Onion and garlic - sweet (Vidalia) onions are my usual pick, but yellow is fine. For the garlic, this press makes it easy to mince the cloves since you don't need to peel them first.
    • Worcestershire sauce - it's a staple in my pantry and my secret weapon to impart tons of savory flavor in many recipes. Don't skip it!
    • Italian seasoning - a fantastic blend of dried Italian herbs like rosemary and thyme that you'll find all in a single jar for convenience
    • Flour - to thicken the gravy
    • Beef broth - for even more rich, deep flavor
    ingredients for beef and noodles on a countertop

    Helpful tips

    • I like using lean ground beef for this recipe since you can skip draining the fat. There's just enough to help make the gravy.
    • While there's no shame in opening up a can of "cream of" soup, it's definitely not necessary here. Try my homemade gravy, and you won't want to go back to recipes with canned soup.

    How to make beef and noodles

    This is an overview with step-by-step photos. Full ingredients & instructions are in the recipe card below.

    sauteing beef and onions in a skillet for beef and noodles

    Boil a salted pot of water, and cook the noodles until al dente. In a skillet, add the ground beef and onion, cooking until the meat is nicely browned. Don't drain the fat. Add in the garlic, Worcestershire sauce, and Italian seasoning and cook for a minute. Stir in the flour and cook for another few minutes.

    finishing the gravy and adding noodles to a skillet

    Gradually pour in the beef broth, scraping up any delicious brown bits from the bottom of the skillet, until the flour has dissolved. Cook for several minutes, stirring occasionally, until the gravy has thickened up. Drain the noodles, toss with the beef mixture, and season with salt & pepper to taste.

    Substitutions and variations

    • This recipe is designed to be inexpensive, quick, and kid-friendly. There's endless ways to jazz it up if you are looking for something more fancy than the base recipe was intended to be.
    • Try adding in some frozen mixed veggies or canned corn for a bit of color. Add in during step 6.
    • You could stir in a couple handfuls of fresh spinach during the last couple minutes of cooking time.
    • Readers have customized this by adding in mushrooms and/or green peppers, added in a splash of wine, and stirred in sour cream or cream cheese at the end.
    • If using ground turkey or a leaner ground meat, you may need to add a tablespoon or so of oil or butter prior to adding the flour to help make the gravy.
    • Feel free to swap the egg noodles with a different kind of pasta or even use rice.

    What to serve with it

    • I like to serve beef and noodles with a big slice of my Cheesy Garlic Bread or a dinner roll.
    • It goes with pretty much any veggie side dish. Try my Honey Roasted Carrots or Simple Sautéed Leeks.
    • A side salad is another great option. Try mixed greens with my Easy Homemade Ranch Dressing, a reader favorite.

    Leftovers and storage

    • Leftovers will keep in the fridge in an airtight container for 3-4 days, but keep in mind the noodles may soak up more of the sauce the longer they sit.
    • Reheat on the stove or microwave over low heat until warmed through.
    • If freezing, I recommend doing so without the cooked noodles and cooking some noodles just prior to serving.

    More comfort food recipes

    • Hamburger Stew
    • Shepherd's Pie
    • Easy Sloppy Joe Recipe
    • Homemade Hamburger Helper
    • Easy Meatloaf
    closeup of beef and noodles in a skillet

    If you made this simple beef and noodles recipe or have any questions, feel free to leave a comment below! You can also find me on Instagram to show me your creations.

    a bowl of beef and noodles

    Easy Beef and Noodles

    This easy beef and noodles recipe is a homestyle favorite! It's made in 30 minutes with pantry staples, and the rich gravy is a comforting treat you'll crave again and again.
    4.60 from 22 votes
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    Prep Time 10 minutes mins
    Cook Time 20 minutes mins
    Total Time 30 minutes mins
    Course Main Course
    Cuisine American
    Servings 4
    Calories 282 kcal
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    Ingredients
     

    • 2 cups uncooked egg noodles
    • 1 pound lean ground beef
    • 1 medium onion chopped
    • 2-3 cloves garlic minced
    • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
    • 1/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning
    • 1/4 cup flour
    • 2 cups beef broth
    • Salt & pepper to taste

    Instructions
     

    • Boil a salted pot of water for the egg noodles and cook according to package directions.
    • Meanwhile, add the ground beef and onion to a skillet. Cook over medium-high heat, breaking the meat up as you go along, until it's nicely browned (about 10 minutes). Don't drain the fat unless you're not using lean ground beef (then drain a bit but still leave at least a couple tablespoons of it in the pan).
    • Reduce the heat to medium and stir in the garlic, Worcestershire sauce, and Italian seasoning, and cook for 1 minute.
    • Stir in the flour and cook for another 1-2 minutes, stirring often (this cooks the raw flour taste out).
    • Gradually pour in the beef broth while stirring until the flour has dissolved and scraping any stuck-on bits from the bottom of the pan.
    • Continue cooking for another 5-10 minutes (stir occasionally) or until the gravy has thickened to your liking. If it gets too thick, add in a splash more beef broth.
    • Drain the cooked egg noodles, add them to the skillet, and toss with the beef mixture. Season with salt & pepper if needed and serve immediately.

    Notes

    • This dish is designed to be a very simple, inexpensive, quick, and kid-friendly recipe that uses everyday (mostly pantry) ingredients, and so it's very easy to jazz it up if you're looking for something more than the base recipe. Readers have added veggies in (try mushrooms or green peppers), upped the herbs and seasonings, stirred in some sour cream or cream cheese at the end, and even added a splash of wine. 
    • Nutritional information is provided as a courtesy only and should be construed as an estimate rather than a guarantee. Ingredients can vary and Salt & Lavender makes no guarantees to the accuracy of this information.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 282kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 30gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0.4gCholesterol: 86mgSodium: 582mgPotassium: 594mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 18IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 41mgIron: 4mg
    Keyword easy beef and noodles, ground beef and noodles
    Author Natasha Bull
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    1. Charlene Savoy says

      June 7, 2023 at 5:25 PM

      I made it , and it is good. I added mushrooms and that made it even more delicious. I can see myself making this again.

      Reply
    2. Todd says

      June 7, 2023 at 7:32 AM

      4 stars
      Came out great, added mushrooms. I will be keeping this recipe, thanks.

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        June 7, 2023 at 10:26 AM

        You're very welcome!

        Reply
    3. Craig says

      June 1, 2023 at 3:32 PM

      5 stars
      Doesn't get much simpler & the flavor is terrific.

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        June 1, 2023 at 7:56 PM

        So glad you enjoyed it, Craig!! 🙂 Thanks so much for your review!

        Reply
    4. Debbie says

      May 30, 2023 at 12:28 PM

      5 stars
      I loved it. I added a dash of kitchen bouquet for color and a small spoon of “better than bullion”. I halved the Italian seasoning, just because I am not a fan. Oh I also added more noodles than what it calls for. I added them after I made the recipe. Just didn’t seem like enough but after adding more it was perfect! Exactly the flavor I was hoping for. Thank you!

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        May 31, 2023 at 11:23 AM

        I'm so glad you enjoyed it!

        Reply
    5. Pam says

      May 17, 2023 at 4:47 PM

      I made this recipe gluten-free and because I am trying to get more veggies in my hubby’s diet I added some diced red pepper, diced mushrooms, diced celery. I used low-fat ground bison instead of hamburger. I adjusted the seasoning to account for the extra veggies and at the end stirred in a tablespoon of carmelized onion for a flavor booster. It was so good!!

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        May 17, 2023 at 7:52 PM

        Excellent!

        Reply
    6. Barbara Osburn says

      May 13, 2023 at 3:34 AM

      5 stars
      Very good, I have to use gluten free noodles and it worked out perfectly. Thank you

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        May 13, 2023 at 9:42 AM

        Wonderful!! 😀 You're very welcome, Barbara!

        Reply
    7. Anne22 says

      May 4, 2023 at 7:07 PM

      5 stars
      Great, satisfying meal. Did add mushrooms and a little extra Worcestershire sauce. Otherwise, followed the recipe. Thanks!

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        May 4, 2023 at 9:00 PM

        So glad you enjoyed it, Anne! Thanks for your review!

        Reply
    8. Cynthia Hinkley says

      May 3, 2023 at 3:50 PM

      I was so excited to try this recipe, it looked delicious. I followed it exactly, and my anticipation grew as dinner drew near. When we sat down to eat dinner, my husband and I almost simultaneously said this needs something more. Unfortunately, it was bland tasting. So I have to find something to add to it.

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        May 3, 2023 at 5:26 PM

        I'm sorry you guys didn't like it 🙁

        Reply
    9. Diane Atanasio says

      May 1, 2023 at 3:44 PM

      5 stars
      I made it with stew meat (grabbed the wrong package of meat). Was very good. I did not use onions - never do 🙃. hubby took seconds so I would say it was a hit for a quick meal.

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        May 1, 2023 at 3:47 PM

        I'm so glad it worked out, Diane!!

        Reply
    10. Mary says

      April 25, 2023 at 2:15 PM

      5 stars
      I added jyst a little sour cream at the end. Absolutely delicious!! Its going to be added to my dinner rotation. Thanks for the recipe!👍

      Reply
      • Miranda @ Salt & Lavender says

        April 25, 2023 at 2:52 PM

        It's our pleasure, Mary! So happy you found a new favorite. Thanks for your review. 🙂

        Reply
    11. Jerris A Finkbeiner says

      April 23, 2023 at 2:10 PM

      4 stars
      I replaced 1 c broth with a can of beef gravy. It turned out great, but we added seasoned salt at the end.

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        April 23, 2023 at 2:18 PM

        Glad you liked it!

        Reply
    12. Laura says

      April 17, 2023 at 5:19 PM

      Making this tonight. It looks really yummy. The recipe doesn’t say when to add the garlic so I’ll just add it in with the onion and ground beef?

      Reply
      • Miranda @ Salt & Lavender says

        April 17, 2023 at 6:30 PM

        Hi! It's in step 3. Hoping you enjoy it, Laura! 🙂

        Reply
    13. Gloria says

      April 8, 2023 at 3:23 PM

      Just made this. I did tweak it however after reading comments. I used Montreal steak seasoning for the s & p. I added a can of Rotella to kick it up a but. Very good

      Reply
    14. Bradley Pierce says

      March 27, 2023 at 5:54 PM

      5 stars
      I had the ingredients on hand and it came out great! Looking forward to leftovers tomorrow…
      Thanks for the recipe.

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        March 27, 2023 at 9:18 PM

        You're very welcome!

        Reply
    15. EB says

      March 19, 2023 at 6:46 PM

      5 stars
      Made it tonight for dinner and it was a hit! I substituted the ground beef with turkey and it worked just fine.

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        March 19, 2023 at 7:41 PM

        Awesome!! Thanks for your review!

        Reply
    16. Kellie Polak says

      March 17, 2023 at 9:33 AM

      5 stars
      Super easy and delicious! Total comfort food! Thanks for the great recipe!!

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        March 17, 2023 at 11:28 AM

        You're very welcome, Kellie!! 🙂

        Reply
    17. Kat says

      February 28, 2023 at 2:43 AM

      What type of flour is the best to use in this recipe? Thank you!

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        February 28, 2023 at 2:59 PM

        All purpose. 🙂 Enjoy!

        Reply
    18. Thomas says

      February 16, 2023 at 11:44 PM

      5 stars
      At the end of a long day this recipe was perfect! I added some sweet corn but I think many variations are possible.

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        February 17, 2023 at 10:24 AM

        Fantastic!! 😀

        Reply
    19. Deborah says

      January 3, 2023 at 6:38 AM

      4 stars
      This is an easy recipe to tweak if you have a propensity to add ingredients. I added a bit of sour cream & also substituted 1 cup of beef consommé for the liquid. ( half broth, half the more condensed consommé) I like a bit of fresh thyme as well.

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        January 3, 2023 at 1:36 PM

        I'm so glad you liked it!

        Reply
    20. Bailey says

      December 30, 2022 at 5:03 PM

      3 stars
      No flavor - we had to really add to it.

      Reply
    21. Courtney says

      December 11, 2022 at 6:32 PM

      5 stars
      This was such a delicious quick dinner! Added a splash of red wine and a little cream cheese, family devoured it. New week night meal. Thank you!!

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        December 11, 2022 at 6:33 PM

        I'm so glad you liked it!!!

        Reply
    22. Renee says

      October 26, 2022 at 7:45 PM

      5 stars
      This was tasty, quick and cheap - everything it was supposed to do. I didn't expect fine cuisine, and it's perfect for late night quick dinners. I'll make it again, but will double the noodles 🙂

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        October 26, 2022 at 10:01 PM

        Fantastic!! 😀

        Reply
    23. Kathy Smith says

      October 17, 2022 at 3:52 PM

      5 stars
      I added mushrooms while cooking meat. Added 1/2 cup sour cream at the end of recipe with the pepper.
      Made brown rice instead of noodles.
      Was yummy.

      Reply
    24. Christopher Gravatt says

      September 17, 2022 at 10:26 PM

      5 stars
      Love this dish in the winter time to warm you up and have a full belly.

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        September 17, 2022 at 10:48 PM

        Wonderful!! 🙂 Thank you for your review!

        Reply
    25. AngelaML says

      September 12, 2022 at 6:47 PM

      5 stars
      Hi Natasha,

      I tried this tonight. Loved it! As usual, I made my typical substitutions of ground turkey/chicken broth and I also added in a half bag of frozen peas to make it a one pot meal. As I usually do, I upped the spices with the garlic, Italian seasoning and Worcestershire sauce. Just personal preference. Everyone should adjust based on their preference. No recipe will please everyone.

      This was very tasty! We ended up using 3/4 bag of the egg noodles, no idea how that measured up to the recipe. It's so cheap and I just cooked the whole bag and added in until it looked right. Edited my recipe so will know for next time.

      Will definitely add to our rotation - thanks so much!!! ❤️

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        September 12, 2022 at 11:21 PM

        I'm so happy you enjoyed it!! 🙂 Thanks for your review as always.

        Reply
    26. Althea says

      September 9, 2022 at 5:41 PM

      1 star
      I rarely find a Salt and Lavender bland, but this one needed some serious tweakments. First of all I did not understand how 2 cups of raw noodles could feed 4 people? I was certain it was a typo and used just over 4 cups. After tasting while stiring the final mixture and adding salt and pepper, I had to triple the amount of italian seasoning, garlic and Worcestershire sauce to give my tastebuds a hint of more flavor.

      I understand that you created this to be easy & quick for everyday meals, I personally would add wine to degaze the pan to flavour the beef as beef broth alone with flour did just not make the grade for me. Honestly even a Cream of Mushroom soup would have been better, as there was not much fat left in the pan to get a serious gravy happening. I did add spinach which gave it more color. I am sure I did not mess up as it was a really simple recipe.

      Sorry for the bad review, I do love most of your recipes. But honestly I will never make this one again. The first reviewer had the right idea, the Onion soup mix, mushrooms and green pepper sparked it up!

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        September 9, 2022 at 8:43 PM

        Hi! Sorry you didn't like it. I guess everyone has different tastes. So far I've received quite a few good comments on Instagram and here for this dish. The 2 cups uncooked noodles wasn't a typo. Between the noodles and a pound of beef, it definitely makes 4 reasonable-sized (not supersized) servings.

        Reply
    27. Leslie Sexton says

      September 4, 2022 at 10:14 PM

      5 stars
      This was a quick and yummy dinner. I mixed a bag of beef onion soup mix with the water as a broth substitute. I also added sliced fresh mushrooms and green peppers along with some frozen green peas. It came out great and was just perfect.

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        September 4, 2022 at 10:40 PM

        Love that onion soup mix idea as well as the veggies. I'm so happy you enjoyed it, Leslie! Appreciate your review... it'll help other readers.

        Reply
      • Anna says

        December 7, 2022 at 11:37 AM

        How much water to the lipton soup mix did you use

        Reply
    28. Rebecca says

      August 31, 2022 at 8:15 PM

      How would ground Turkey work here?

      Reply
      • Miranda @ Salt & Lavender says

        August 31, 2022 at 8:29 PM

        Hi Rebecca! Ground turkey tips are in the Substitutions and Variations section of the blog post that you may have missed. Enjoy the recipe!

        Reply
    29. Courtney Shelton says

      August 31, 2022 at 6:21 PM

      5 stars
      This was SO good and SO easy! My husband and I loved it! I can’t wait to have leftovers for lunch!!!

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        August 31, 2022 at 6:22 PM

        I'm so happy to hear that!! 😀 Thanks for your review, Courtney!

        Reply

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