Beef and Noodles Recipe

This recipe for Beef Tips and Noodles is the best comfort food!

This Beef and Noodles Recipe is sponsored by Zoup! Specialty Products. All opinions are my own.

This Beef and Noodles recipe is mega comforting, brimming with rich, beefy flavor and luxuriously, spoon tender beef.  Best of all, it only takes 20 minutes of hands-on prep!  Just sear the beef, whisk in the gravy ingredients and sit back while your beef braises in the oven to succulent, tender perfection.  This recipe is also extremely adaptable โ€“ make it more or less creamy, soupy, add veggies, etc.  Serve these Beef Tips and Noodles with honey roasted carrotsapple salad and dinner rolls for a meal your family will rave about.

Fall apart beef recipes are some of our most beloved dishes.  Donโ€™t miss Crockpot Beef Tips and Gravy, Momโ€™s Crazy Tender Pot Roast, Crockpot Pot Roast, Slow Cooker Balsamic Beef and Crockpot Beef Stew.

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Why we love this recipe for Beef Tips and Noodles

This Beef and Noodles recipe is guaranteed to become a new repeat favorite!ย  Hereโ€™s why youโ€™ll love it:

  • No mystery cream soups.ย  Iโ€™ve modernized this recipe by eliminating cream of mushroom soup and replaced it with easy gravy that tastes 10X better.
  • Ultimate comfort food.ย  Beef Tips and Noodles is the definition of cozy comfort food with its melt-in-your-mouth buttery beef enveloped in the creamy, dreamy sauce. No one will ever say no to this recipe!
  • Spoon tender beef. Instead of simmering the beef on the stove (which invites many variables/not fool proof), the beef braises low and slow in the oven for the must succulent beef you’ve ever tasted – literally fall apart tender! In addition, cooking the beef in the oven doesn’t require any babysitting – just go about your evening and you’ll be rewarded with stunning tenderness.
  • Seasoned to perfection.ย  Beef Tips and Noodles require adept seasoning to cut through the soothing, rich sauce.ย  This recipe is seasoned with shakes of Worcestershire sauce,ย Dijon mustardย and herbs to create an intoxicating depth of flavor that will leave your taste buds swooning.
  • Luxurious, rich, beefy sauce.ย  This recipe uses beef base which creates the ultimate otherworldly beefy gravy โ€“ no thin, watery, bland gravy here! ย 
  • Make ahead or amazing leftovers.ย  This Beef and Noodles recipe stores and reheats beautifully which means itโ€™s a fabulous make ahead meal and repeat leftover favorite.
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beef tips and noodles in a bowl with peas and fresh parsley
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Beef and Noodles Recipe ingredients

Let’s take a closer look at what you need to make this recipe (measurements in the printable recipe card at the bottom of the post):

In addition to the beef, you will need:ย 

  • Noodles:ย Egg noodles are theย classic noodlesย used in this recipe but you are welcome to use any other sturdy pasta such as cavatappi.
  • Beef Concentrate:ย Weโ€™re usingย Zoup! Good, Really Goodยฎ Culinary Concentrate™ Beef Base with Bone Broth ย plus water for this recipe. It elevates this Beef and Noodles dish to next-level delicious with rich, homemade beefy flavor. Itโ€™s also an economical option; just one 8 oz. recyclable glass jar of Zoup! Beef Bone Broth Base creates 10 quarts of broth!ย  That means you reap the flavor and benefits of a healthier product with significant savings. You can purchase Zoup! Culinary Concentrates™ on Amazon.com.ย 
  • Onion:ย One medium yellow onion will do the trick. If youโ€™re feeling lazy, substitute with 1 ยฝ teaspoons onion powder or more to taste. ย 
  • Garlic:ย ย 4-6 cloves garlic depending on your garlic love.ย  You may also use 1 to 1 ยฝ teaspoons garlic powder โ€“ but the real stuff is so much better.
  • Worcestershire sauce:ย Is a flavor bomb all packed into one bottle.ย  Just a splash deepens the complexity of the gravy with its intense umami flavor from the soy mingled with sour from tamarind and vinegar, sweetness from molasses and sugar, and dimension from the cloves, celery seed, and chili pepper extract.
  • Soy sauce:ย ย Also enhances the umami of the sauce.ย  Please use ย reduced sodium soy sauceย so we can control the salt.
  • Dijon mustard:ย Adds a slight tanginess to complement the robust mushrooms and cut through the richness.
  • Flour:ย I used all-purpose flour, but Iโ€™m sure aย gluten-free substitutionย would work just fine.
  • Seasonings:ย Red pepper flakes, dried parsley, dried oregano, and dried thyme infuse the Beef Tips and Gravy with dimension.ย 
  • ย Butter:ย Use unsalted butter so we can control the salt.
  • Olive oil:ย Useย extra virgin olive oilย for the best flavor.ย 
  • Heavy cream and cornstarch:ย  Are added at the end for a creamy finish.ย  Iโ€™ve included options if you want to skip the heavy cream below.
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How to make Beef and Noodles

Beef Tips and Noodles requires some patience due to the long braising, but the actual handโ€™s-on cooking time is only about 20 minutes. Hereโ€™s how to make it with step-by-step photos (find the full recipe with ingredients at the bottom of the post in the recipe card):

Step 1: season and sear the beef

  • While the beef tips are still on the cutting board, toss them with some salt and pepper. We want the beef to be independently seasoned.
  • Working in 2 batches, sear the beef until deeply golden.  Searing the beef caramelizes the meat to create richer, deeper flavor and seals in the juices for more tender, succulent beef. 
  • Additionally, searing leaves us with glorious golden pan dripping which intensify the gravy.
a collage showing how to make beef tips and noodles recipe by chopping beef into cubes then searing beef until browned

Step 2:  Make the gravy

  • Start by building the base by sautรฉing onions until softened.
  • Next, add garlic, red pepper flakes and some flour and cook for about 1 minute to remove the raw flour taste and smell.  As you cook the flour, make sure to scrape up the browned bits on the bottom of the pan โ€“ they are flavor gold!
  • Next, add the rest of the sauce ingredients:  Zoup! Culinary Concentrate™ Beef Base with Bone Broth , Worcestershire, soy sauce, Dijon, and all seasonings.
  • Stir in the seared beef.  
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Step 3:  Bake until tender

  • Bring the pot to a simmer, cover and transfer to the oven. Bake until tender, about 2 hours.

Step 4:  Cook the noodles

  • Towards the end of cooking the beef, cook the egg noodles in a separate pot with salted water according to package instructions, just until al dente. 
  • Drain and drizzle lightly with olive oil if the beef isnโ€™t done cooking yet to prevent the noodles from sticking together.

Step 5:  thicken the gravy

  • Now itโ€™s time to thicken up the gravy.  It will seem quite watery coming out of the oven but will thicken beautifully with a heavy cream/cornstarch slurry.
  • Whisk in the slurry and simmer until the gravy has thickened to your desired consistency, about 5-7 minutes. The last couple minutes add the peas if using.
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Step 6:  Combine

  • Stir in noodles and season with salt and pepper to taste.  Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.  Dig in!
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Tips for making this Beef and Noodle Recipe

Set yourself up for sizzling success by following these tips and tricks:

  • Use the right cut of beef. As discussed, top sirloin will deliver meltingly tender Beef Tips and Noodles due to its rich marbling.ย  If you choose another cut of beef, be aware it might not deliver as spectacularly tender results and will take longer to cook.
  • Cut beef uniformly. So it cooks evenly.
  • Use a high smoking point oil to sear the beef.ย Use vegetable oil, canola oil or peanut oil when searing because a low smoking point oil (such as olive oil) will burn, create harmful chemicals and smoke you out!
  • Sear the beef in batches.ย  For the best flavor and texture, donโ€™t be tempted to overcrowd your pan.ย  Sear the beef in two batches so it can brown and not steam.
  • Cook the beef until tender.ย  I learned this trick from myย Momโ€™s Crazy Tender Pot Roast.ย  If your beef isnโ€™t crazy tender, then cook on!ย  It just means the proteins needs more time to break down and tenderize. Even 30 more minutes can make the world of difference between an โ€œokayโ€ beef and melt-in-your-mouthย Beef and Noodles.
  • Donโ€™t overcook the pasta.ย ย ย Egg Noodles are thinner than other noodles so it is critical to not overcook them.ย  I recommend testing your pasta about 2 or 3 minutes before the box recommends โ€“ pasta should beย al denteโ€“ meaning it should still be a little firm in the center/ have a โ€œbiteโ€ to it. ย 
  • Stop pasta from cooking.ย  Strain and rinse your pasta with cold water to prevent it from continuing to cook if itโ€™s done before the beef.
  • Prevent pasta from clumping.ย  If youโ€™re not using the cooked pasta right away, toss it with a little olive oil.ย  This will prevent it from sticking together.
  • How do I thin the Sauce? If the sauce becomes too thick, then stir in additional water until it reaches desired constancy.
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Beef Noodles variations

This Beef and Noodles recipe is extremely adaptable.ย  In addition to customizing the consistency, here are a few ideas to make it your own:

  • Omit the heavy cream:ย  instead, make the cornstarch slurry with milk, half and half or water.ย  Keep in mind, these options wonโ€™t be quite as luxurious.
  • Add sour cream: stir in about ยฝ cup sour cream at the end of cooking off heat to make it more like a stroganoff. Full fat sour cream is less likely to curdle.
  • Add cream cheese: stir in 4ย ouncesย very soft cream cheese, (again full fat melts better) at the end of cooking instead of the heavy cream. ย You can even add 2 ounces cream cheese and ยฝ cup sour cream.
  • Add mushrooms: use this Salisbury steak recipe as a reference to make the best caramelized mushrooms and add them to the Beef Tips and Noodles at the end of cooking.
  • Omit peas or swap them for other veggies: add broccoli, asparagus, zucchini, bell peppers, carrots, etc. Keep in mind that longer cooking vegetables, such as carrots, require longer to cook and shorter cooking vegetables, such as zucchini, only need a couple minutes to cook.ย  You can even add leftover roasted veggies such as roasted broccoli, ย squash,ย cauliflowerย etc.
  • Add caramelize onions: use myย French onion chickenย or gourmet grilled cheese sandwiches as a guide to add caramelized onions.ย  So good!
  • Use homemade-style egg noodles:ย  these are available in the freezer section of the grocery store. You cook them in boiling water just like traditional pasta, but they taste like they were made from scratch.
  • Spice it up: amp up the heat with additional red pepper flakes. I always add at least ⅛ teaspoon red pepper flakes but if you want to really taste the kick, add ¼ teaspoon. You can also add additional red pepper flakes to individual servings to keep recipe family friendly.ย ย 
  • Make it gluten free:ย  swap the soy sauce for tamari, use gluten free flour and your favorite gluten free pasta.ย  Also, double check that your Worcestershire sauce is gluten free.
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Beef and Noodles

This Beef and Noodles recipe is mega comforting, brimming with rich, beefy flavor and luxuriously, spoon tender beef.ย  Best of all, it only takes 20 minutes of hands-on prep! ย Just sear the beef, whisk in the gravy ingredients and sit back while your beef braises in the oven to succulent, tender perfection.ย  This recipe is also extremely adaptable โ€“ make it more or less creamy, soupy, add veggies, etc.ย  Serve these Beef and Noodles withย honey roasted carrots,ย apple saladย and dinner rolls for a meal your family will rave about.
Servings: 6 -8 servings
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 2 hours 15 minutes

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Ingredients

BEEF AND NOODLES

  • 2 pounds top sirloin steak, chopped into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ยฝ teaspoon pepper
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
  • 16 oz. egg noodles, or your favorite sturdy pasta

SAUCE

ADD LATER

  • ยฝ cup heavy cream (see substitutions in notes)
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 cup frozen petite peas, not thawed (optional)

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 300 degrees.
  • Sear beef: While the chopped steak is still on the cutting board, toss it with 1 teaspoon salt and ยฝ teaspoon pepper. Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a large Dutch oven over medium high heat. Add half of the beef and sear until deeply golden, about 4 minutes total. Remove to a plate but leave the drippings. Repeat with remaining beef; set aside.
  • Gravy: Melt 2 tablespoons butter with 1 tablespoon olive oil in the drippings over medium-high heat. Add the chopped onions and sautรฉ until softened, about 5-8 minutes.
  • Reduce heat to medium, add flour, garlic and red pepper flakes. Cook for 1 minute, scraping up the browned bits on the bottom of the pan.
  • Reduce heat to low and slowly whisk in the water. Add the Zoup Beef Base, Worcestershire, soy sauce, Dijon, and all seasonings. Stir in the seared beef.
  • Bake: Bring the pot to a simmer, cover, and transfer to the oven. Bake for 90 minutes, then carefully remove the lid, stir, and continue to bake uncovered an additional 30 minutes. In the meantime, cook the pasta.
  • Noodles: Cook the egg noodles in a separate pot with salted water according to package directions, just until al dente. Drain and drizzle lightly with olive oil if the beef isnโ€™t done cooking yet to prevent the noodles from sticking together.
  • Finish sauce: Once the beef is done, transfer the pot to the stove. Whisk the heavy cream with the cornstarch. Stir it into the beef then bring to a simmer until thickened, about 5-7 minutes. Add peas the last 1-2 minutes of cooking.
  • Combine: Stir in noodles and season with salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.

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Notes

  • Zoup! Substitution:ย  substitute with 1 ½ tablespoons granulated beef bouillon or Better Than Bouillon.ย  For cubes, crush 1 ½ cubes and add directly without dissolving in water first.ย 
  • Prep Ahead: ย follow the recipe through adding the beef to the gravy, cover and pop in the fridge. The next day, get your simmer on then transfer to the oven.
  • Gluten free:ย  swap the soy sauce for tamari, use gluten free flour and your favorite gluten free pasta.ย  Also, double check that your Worcestershire sauce is gluten free.
  • Recipe Variations: see post for more recipe variations, tips and tricks. ย 

HoW TO STORE AND REHEAT

  • To store:ย Beef Tips and Noodles should be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to four days.ย 
  • To freeze: ย let the dish cool completely then transfer the contents to a freezer safe bag and squeeze out excess air to prevent freezer burn or transfer to an airtight freezer safe container. Freeze for up to 4 months. ย For better textured noodles, omit the noodles and just freeze the gravy, then prepare the noodles fresh when ready to eat. Thaw in the refrigerator completely before reheating.
  • To reheat in the microwave:ย ย heat for 90 seconds, then at 30-second intervals until warmed through.
  • To reheat on the stove:ย transfer to a skillet and heat over medium heat just until warmed through, adding additional, water or heavy cream as needed.

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40 Comments

  1. Althea says

    Your online notes and VIDEO show you adding PEAS but there is no mention of PEAS in the recipe card itself. Can you tell me the amount of PEAS to use?

    • Jen says

      Absolutely! I added one cup frozen petite peas (not thawed).

      • Nancey says

        Love love love this recipe!!! Easy and full of flavor! Thank you !!!! Yumm

        • Jen says

          Thank you Nancey! I’m so pleased it was such a hit!!

    • Laura says

      Hi Jen, it says to see substitutions for the heave cream but there is nothing there. What is a dairy free option?

      • Jen says

        Hi Laura, I would use your favorite dairy free milk whisked with 1 1/2 teaspoons cornstarch. Enjoy!

  2. Stephanie says

    Jennifer Fulk – The online store does not show concentrates, you are correct. However, if you click on Jenโ€™s notes at bottom of recipe she has link to Amazon. They have a menu which does offer the base concentrates. Howeverโ€ฆwhen I first looked there was availability for the single beef concentrate jars but apparently CC fans bought it all (LOL) so a few hours later itโ€™s now unavailable. They do offer a 6 pack showing in stock which may seem pricey but itโ€™s 6 jars and you can get a discount with the code Jen provided. Hope that helps. Iโ€™m a huge Knorr Bouillon fan but look forward to trying Zoup!

    • Jen says

      Thanks Stephanie, you are the best!

      • Jennifer Fulk says

        I found the one jar available on Amazon and used the code so it was 7.99. It says its not coming until the middle of January though, so I guess I’ll be trying this recipe then. Thanks for the info Jen and Stefanie and thanks for the code!

  3. JOAN M BOROWSKI says

    I was so excited to hear about Zoop beef base with bone broth since I have to avoid recipes with too much sodium. The only place I could find it is on Amazon under Zoop’s new products. Smallest quantity is 6 pack.
    Obviously I don’t need a lifetime supply. Maybe the stores that carry Zoop will carry it soon.

    • Jen says

      Hi Joan, I have contacted the company and hopefully the 2 pack will be in stock soon – I’ll keep you posted!

  4. Stephanie says

    This beef & noodles recipe was straight up comfort food in a bowl. My Zoup base doesnโ€™t arrive for a few more days from Amazon however I had a chuck roast from Costco that needed to be cooked. I trimmed all the fat off and substituted the Better Than Bouillon.base. The 2 hour braise turned the cubes of chuck into melt in your mouth tender. Our family loves your stroganoff recipes, make it all the time but this may be a new favorite and I loved how easy it was and will be forfeit for our cold winters and after ski day dinners. Thank you!

    • Jen says

      Thanks for taking the time to leave a review Stephanie! I’m honored this recipe might nudge out the beef stroganoff for your favorite! You’ll have many occasions to use the Zoup! in the future ๐Ÿ™‚

  5. Stephanie says

    Question for you Jen, I have only used the Knorrโ€™s granulated chicken & beef bouillon for years. I always have tons of it because most of your recipes use it so I never buy boxed broth or stock anymore. I have 6 jars of Zoup coming, hahaha. Would you say that it is an equal ratio as a substitute in recipes, like 1 Tablespoon granules = 1 Tablespoon base?

    • Jen says

      Yes, I would say it is equal in recipes. It may be a little less salty so just season to taste at the end of cooking. Hope that helps!

  6. Judy says

    This was a super delicious recipe! The beef was very tender and the sauce so tasty! Thanks for another great recipe.

    • Jen says

      Thanks so much Judy, I’m so pleased you loved it!

  7. Michelle Bagby says

    Girl, your recipes have never disappointed!
    Can this (after searing) be tossed in the crock pot with the same delicious results?
    *We live in the desert and the crock pot keeps the house cooler! ) “0)
    Mic

    • Jen says

      Thank you so much Michelle! Yes, you should be able to cook this in the crockpot until the beef is fall apart tender. You can try finishing the sauce in Step 8 in the crockpot on high and if it doesn’t get as thick as you’d like you can transfer it to the stovetop to finish. I hope this helps!

  8. Pat says

    I REALLY appreciate your details ,I was a good cook when family was growing up but with one to cook for I have gotten away from all the good old time recipes. You are a real blessing to new cooks and old timers getting interest peaking again. I can freeze leftover, donโ€™t need a houseful to feed with your details.

    • Jen says

      Thank you so much for your kind comment Pat! It means so much to me that my recipes make you excited about cooking and my tips and tricks are appreciated! Thank you so much for following along and making my recipes!

    • Mandy says

      Hi Jen,

      If you decided to use a crock pot, how long would you cook it, and would you suggest low or high setting? I want to make this tomorrow but unfortunately I don’t have time to stay at home while the oven is on for 2 hours before dinner!

      • Jen says

        Yes! Cook on HIGH for 3-4 hours or on LOW for 5-7 hours.

  9. Heather says

    I donโ€™t have a Dutch oven but I so so badly want to try this!! Any tips on what I could do instead? I just canโ€™t spend the money on one right now, but if I do one day what size do you recommend? I found a 4.5qt on Amazon that doesnโ€™t seem like it would break the bank and has great reviews but I would have to wait a few months. :โ€™(

    • Jen says

      Hi Heather, this recipe should work if you bake it in a 9×13 inch baking dish. Just make sure to tightly cover it with foil. Please let me know how it goes! (PS Yes, a 4.5 qt. would work for this recipe but I recommend a 7+ quart if you make many soups, so you may wish to wait.)

  10. marcia sattley says

    We love this dish! Its easy to put together. We’ve made it several times….and today I found some sirloin on sale at the market…all set to make this with the grandkids for “Grandkid Cooking night”. Thank you Jen for another winner!

    • Jen says

      Thank you so much Marcia, I’m so pleased this recipe is on repeat! And that is adorable you have a Grandkid Cooking Night! They are going to cherish those memories forever!

  11. Amy K says

    I live with critics. They donโ€™t wanna help, but they sure do like to eat! This is absolutely DELICIOUS. I changed nothing. Itโ€™s absolutely perfect as written. Wow. Sooo flavorful; and so easy. I just LOVE this. Thank you!!!! This is the 3rd recipe that Iโ€™ve tried. ALL were perfect. Girl; you have a talent: and I will happily follow along.

    • Jen says

      Thanks Amy, I’m so pleased your whole family loved this recipe! And welcome to my site, I hope you continue to discover many new favorite recipes!

  12. Darice says

    I made this last night Jen and it was very DELICIOUS! I served it with your Honey Roasted Carrots. Husband LOVED both! He kept thanking me for such a delicious dinner..

    I can honestly say that I have really enjoyed all of your recipes that I have tried. I look forward to each new recipe I make. I can always count on your recipes.

    Thanks Jen and Happy New Year.

    • Jen says

      Thank you for making my day Darice and Happy 2023 to you as well! I’m so pleased you loved this recipe and have made so many of my recipes!

  13. Sandra says

    The print button is not working for this recipe.I’m receiving this message:

    Hmm. Weโ€™re having trouble finding that site.

    We canโ€™t connect to the server at carlsbadcravings.com.

    Please fix this – thank you,
    Sandra

    • Jen says

      Hi Sandra, I haven’t received any other messages and it is working on my end. Perhaps it’s your printer? I would turn everything off and try again. Good luck!

  14. Christine Jones says

    I can homemade bone broth and can’t wait to use it in this delicious looking recipe. I enjoy all your recipes and use them often. Thank you for sharing them with us.

    • Jen says

      That sounds incredible!!! Thank you so much for making my recipes! xo

  15. Fred Kelley says

    Another winner here, Jen. Outstanding flavors. Wanted to make it with orecchiette instead of egg noodles. Couldn’t find them in time, so made it with medium shells. So good. Can’t wait to try another recipe. Thank you.

    • Jen says

      Thank you so much and I love the idea of serving them with shells – yum!

  16. Cassie says

    I made this for dinner last night and it was unreal. I doubled the recipe, which I’m so glad I did! Served with your honey roasted carrots, which were also amazing! I’ve started cooking more of your recipes lately and they’ve all be fantastic.

    • Jen says

      Thanks Cassie, I’m so pleased you loved it so much! Your entire meal sounds wonderful. Thank you for making my recipes!