Description
Hearty French onion beef noodle bake brings classic comfort to dinner tables with rich caramelized onions and tender beef nestled between savory layers of cheesy noodles. Melted gruyère and golden-brown edges promise a deliciously satisfying meal you cannot resist.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 1 pound beef stew meat
Spices and Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Liquids and Additional Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) olive oil
- 1 can (10.5 ounces / 298 grams) French onion soup
- 3 cups (710 milliliters) beef broth
- 12 ounces (340 grams) egg noodles
- ½ cup (120 milliliters) sour cream
- ¼ cup (25 grams) Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup (50 grams) French fried onions
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a 9×13 inch (23×33 centimeters) baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add beef stew meat, seasoning thoroughly with onion powder, garlic powder, kosher salt, and freshly ground black pepper.
- Sear the beef pieces for 3-4 minutes, rotating to ensure even browning on all surfaces, creating a rich caramelized exterior.
- Pour French onion soup and beef broth into the pot, stirring to incorporate the liquid with the seared meat.
- Reduce heat to low, allowing the beef to simmer gently and tenderize for approximately 10-12 minutes.
- Introduce egg noodles to the simmering liquid, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking and ensure even cooking.
- Continue cooking for 8-10 minutes until noodles reach al dente texture and have absorbed most of the liquid.
- Remove pot from heat and fold in sour cream and grated Parmesan cheese, creating a creamy, luxurious sauce.
- Transfer the beef and noodle mixture to the prepared baking dish, spreading evenly.
- Top the casserole generously with French fried onions, ensuring complete coverage.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes until the top turns golden brown and crispy.
- Allow the casserole to rest for 5 minutes before serving to let flavors meld and sauce set.
Notes
- Seal beef thoroughly with high-heat searing to lock in rich, deep flavors and create a beautiful golden-brown exterior.
- Simmering meat slowly in French onion soup and beef broth ensures incredibly tender, melt-in-your-mouth protein that absorbs maximum seasoning.
- Use egg noodles for their superior ability to soak up savory broth and create a silky, comforting texture throughout the dish.
- Incorporate sour cream and Parmesan cheese at the end to add creamy richness and boost overall flavor complexity.
- Crispy French fried onions provide an unexpected textural contrast, transforming this one-pot meal from ordinary to extraordinary.
- Perfect for busy weeknights, this recipe requires minimal prep and delivers maximum satisfaction with simple, hearty ingredients.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 462 cal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 680 mg
- Fat: 27 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 32 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 26 g
- Cholesterol: 135 mg