Slow Cooker Beef and Noodles Recipe
This Slow Cooker Beef and Noodles recipe is a hearty and comforting meal perfect for busy days. Tender beef stew meat is slow-cooked in savory brown gravy and au jus mixes, creating a rich sauce that pairs perfectly over wide egg noodles. The slow cooker does all the work, making it an easy and satisfying dinner.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Beef and Sauce
- 2 pounds beef stew meat
- 1 (0.87-ounce) packet brown gravy mix
- 1 (1-ounce) packet au jus mix
- 1 cup water
Noodles
- 1 (12-ounce) package wide egg noodles
Instructions
- Prepare Slow Cooker Mixture: In the crock of a 4 to 6-quart slow cooker, combine the beef stew meat, brown gravy mix, au jus mix, and water. Stir well to evenly distribute the seasonings over the beef.
- Cook the Beef: Cover the slow cooker and cook on low heat for 6 to 8 hours. This slow cooking allows the beef to become tender and the flavors to meld deeply into a savory gravy.
- Cook the Noodles: About 15 minutes before serving, cook the wide egg noodles according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and keep warm.
- Serve: Serve the tender beef and rich gravy over the cooked egg noodles for a delicious and filling meal.
Notes
- Beef stew meat can be substituted with chuck roast cut into cubes for more tenderness.
- For a thicker gravy, you can remove the lid of the slow cooker and cook on high for an additional 15-30 minutes before serving.
- Adding sautéed mushrooms or onions at the start can add extra flavor if desired.
- Leftovers store well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and freeze well for up to 2 months.
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