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A comforting ground beef and egg noodles dish with rich homemade gravy, ready in just 30 minutes.
Essential Ingredients:
- Lean ground beef: 90% lean ideal
- Egg noodles: Traditional choice
- Beef broth: Creates rich gravy
- Worcestershire sauce: Adds depth
- Italian seasoning: Herb blend
- Fresh garlic and onion: Base flavors
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Detailed Instructions:
- Cook Noodles
- Boil salted water
- Cook until al dente
- Reserve some pasta water
- Drain and set aside
- Prepare Beef
- Brown with onions
- Keep fat for gravy
- Add garlic and seasonings
- Cook until fragrant
- Make Gravy
- Stir in flour
- Cook few minutes
- Add broth gradually
- Whisk until smooth
- Combine and Finish
- Add noodles to beef
- Toss until coated
- Adjust thickness
- Season to taste
Storage Tips:
Keeps 3-4 days refrigerated. Noodles absorb sauce over time.
Perfect Pairings:
Serve with garlic bread and simple vegetables.
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Chef's Tips:
- Use lean beef to avoid draining
- Whisk flour thoroughly
- Reserve pasta water
- Check seasoning at end
Years of making this dish have taught me that keeping the beef fat and properly incorporating the flour creates the perfect homestyle gravy.
Frequently Asked Questions
- → Why keep the fat?
- Makes better gravy. Drain only if using high-fat beef.
- → Gravy too thick?
- Add more beef broth until desired consistency.
- → Can I add vegetables?
- Yes, mushrooms or peppers work well.
- → Make it creamier?
- Stir in sour cream or cream cheese at end.
- → Best noodles to use?
- Egg noodles traditional, but any pasta works.