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30-Minute Beef and Noodles

Need a hearty dinner that’s ready fast? 30-minute beef and noodles is a simple, comforting dish thatโ€™ll save you time and satisfy your cravings. The one-pot meal is a dinner game-changer.

Ground beef and noodles on a plate with garlic bread


 
Prep TimeCook TimeServingsPrep Level
0 minutes30 minutes4-6Beginner +

What You’ll Love

  • The beef and noodles recipe is easy to make and only requires seven simple ingredients.
  • It’s total comfort food and perfect for those picky eaters.
  • It’s versatile: you can add vegetables to the dish for a complete meal.
Ground beef and egg noodles on a plate with shredded cheese on top.

How To Make Beef And Noodles

Ground beef with garlic and onion in a skillet.

Start by adding the ground beef, garlic, and minced onion to a large skillet on medium heat. After it cooks, drain the grease.

Pouring milk into a skillet with pasta and beef

Next, add the egg noodles, heavy cream, and broth. You can use milk if you don’t want as much fat in your dish. You also have the choice of beef or chicken broth. Both taste delicious.

Beef and noodles in a skillet with a lid.

Cover with a lid and cook for about 10 minutes until the noodles are tender. Be sure to stir occasionally so the noodles don’t stick to the bottom of the skillet.

Cheese in a skillet with beef and noodles.

Add the shredded cheese, stir, and serve. You can also add some salt and ground black pepper to taste.

Beef and noodles on a plate with shredded cheese on top.

Optional Ingredients

You can try different ingredients for different flavor varieties. Here are a few ideas:

  • Add some soy sauce or Worcestershire sauce.
  • Add frozen veggies when you add the noodles.
  • Sprinkle a packet of ranch seasoning or onion soup mix over the meat while browning.
  • Add 4 ounces of cream cheese after cooking the noodles for a more creamy meal.

Storage and Leftovers

Any leftover beef and noodles can be stored in an airtight container and refrigerated. Add some to a microwave-safe bowl to reheat and heat for two to three minutes or until the meat is hot.

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What To Serve With Beef and Noodles

  • Soft, buttery, and packed with flavor, this better than Dominoโ€™s garlic bread, from Recipe Tin Eats, will have everyone reaching for seconds.
  • Rich, tender, and slightly sweet, this moist Jiffy cornbread is the perfect side dish for everything from chili to fried chicken.
  • Light, fluffy, and golden brown, these homemade dinner rolls are just what you need to complete a comforting, home-cooked meal.
Ground beef and noodles on a plate with garlic bread

30-Minute Beef and Noodles

5 from 1 vote
Need a hearty dinner that's ready fast? 30-minute beef and noodles is a simple, comforting dish thatโ€™ll save you time and satisfy your cravings.
Cook Time 30 minutes
Course Main Dishes
Cuisine American
Servings 6
Calories 890 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds ground beef
  • 1 tablespoon minced onion
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 12 ounces egg noodles
  • 16 ounces beef OR chicken broth + more if needed
  • 1ยฝ cups heavy cream
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese

Instructions
 

  • Add the ground beef, minced onion, and minced garlic to a large skillet and cook on medium heat.
  • Drain the grease.
  • Add the egg noodles, broth, and heavy cream and mix. Cover with a lid and cook for 10 minutes or until the noodles are tender.
  • Add the shredded cheese and stir until melted.

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Notes

If the noodles are not tender after cooking for 10 minutes, you can add more broth to the skillet.ย 
Optional Substitute: Use 1% or 2% milk for less fat instead of heavy cream.
Nutrition is approximate.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Calories: 890kcalCarbohydrates: 44gProtein: 41gFat: 61gSaturated Fat: 30gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 21gTrans Fat: 2gCholesterol: 243mgSodium: 533mgPotassium: 650mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 1100IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 227mgIron: 4mg
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10 Comments

  1. can you substitute the heavy cream for anything else? Also what did you mean you can substitute the milk if you don’t want less fat?

    1. Julie Pollitt says:

      Hi Donna,

      I meant to say you can use 1 or 2% milk if you want less fat. Sorry about that!

      You can use evaporated milk in the dish instead of the heavy cream if you’d like to.

  2. 5 stars
    Love your delicious and convenient recipes. Iโ€™m not an experienced cook and your recipes really come in handy! Thanks.

    1. Julie Pollitt says:

      Hi Bob! Thanks so much and I love to hear that!

  3. Thank You So Much ! Love Your Recipes! You Our A Wonderful Cook !

    1. Julie Pollitt says:

      Thank you so much! That is so sweet of you!

  4. can i make this ahead of time and freeze it. Recipe sounds wonderful
    KC

    1. Julie Pollitt says:

      Hi KC, You can freeze it, just make sure it’s in an airtight container. I would only freeze it for about two months at most.

  5. Becky S Taylor says:

    where do I find heavy cream

    1. Julie Pollitt says:

      Hi Becky, you can find it in the milk section. It’s heavy whipping cream and it’s usually right next to the half and half. You can also use milk or half and half for this recipe. Hope you love it!