Description
30 Minute Beef and Noodles is a quick, flavorful dinner perfect for busy weeknights. This hearty dish combines tender ground beef, savory sauce, and al dente noodles, coming together in just 30 minutes for a satisfying family meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef (or lean beef for a lighter option)
- 8 ounces egg noodles or pasta of choice
- 1 cup beef broth or stock
- 1 can cream of mushroom soup or serve as a creamy sauce alternative
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce or Worcestershire sauce for flavor depth
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optionally, chopped parsley or green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and cook the pasta in boiling salted water according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add ground beef, diced onion, and minced garlic. Cook until browned and translucent, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Stir in cream of mushroom soup, beef broth, soy sauce, salt, and pepper. Let simmer for about 5 minutes to meld flavors.
- Add cooked noodles to the skillet. Toss until evenly coated and heated through, about 2-3 minutes. Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley or green onions.
Notes
- Use high-quality ground beef for richer flavor.
- Add a splash of sour cream or cream cheese for a creamier sauce.
- Adjust soy or Worcestershire sauce for extra umami.
- Cook noodles al dente to prevent mushiness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 1/4 of recipe)
- Calories: 520 Kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 105mg