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Crock Pot Beef and Noodles Recipe

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This Crock Pot Beef and Noodles recipe features tender, slow-cooked chuck roast in a rich, savory broth with homestyle egg noodles. Perfect for a comforting, hearty meal with minimal effort, it combines simple ingredients and slow cooking to create a deliciously satisfying dish ideal for family dinners.

Ingredients

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Beef and Seasoning

  • 1–2 pound chuck roast
  • 2–3 Tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 Tablespoon steak seasoning
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Aromatics and Broth

  • 1 medium onion, finely diced
  • 2 teaspoons minced garlic
  • 4 cups water
  • 4 teaspoons Better than Bouillon (concentrated beef stock)
  • 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce

Noodles and Cream

  • 16 ounce bag dried homestyle egg noodles
  • ½ cup heavy cream (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chuck Roast: Season the chuck roast on all sides with steak seasoning, salt, and pepper. Heat the vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear the roast until browned on all sides, about 3-4 minutes per side. This step enhances the flavor by creating a caramelized crust.
  2. Combine Ingredients in Crock Pot: Transfer the seared chuck roast to the crock pot. Add the diced onion, minced garlic, water, Better than Bouillon, and Worcestershire sauce. Stir gently to distribute the broth ingredients around the meat.
  3. Slow Cook the Beef: Cover the crock pot and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 4-5 hours, until the beef is tender and easily shredded with a fork. Low and slow cooking breaks down the connective tissue resulting in melt-in-your-mouth beef.
  4. Shred the Beef: Remove the beef from the crock pot and shred it using two forks. Return the shredded beef into the crock pot, stirring to incorporate it fully into the broth.
  5. Add Egg Noodles: Pour the dried homestyle egg noodles into the crock pot and stir. Cover and cook on high for an additional 20-30 minutes, until the noodles are tender but not mushy, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
  6. Finish with Cream (Optional): Stir in the heavy cream for a richer, creamier sauce. Heat for a few more minutes until warmed through. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
  7. Serve: Ladle the beef and noodles into bowls and serve hot for a delicious, comforting meal.

Notes

  • Searing the beef before slow cooking enhances the flavor but can be skipped if short on time.
  • If you prefer a thicker sauce, you can remove the lid and cook on high for the last 15 minutes to reduce the liquid.
  • The heavy cream is optional but adds a nice richness to the dish.
  • Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated gently on the stovetop or microwave.

Keywords: crock pot beef, beef and noodles, slow cooker recipe, comfort food, easy dinner, homestyle egg noodles

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