Description
A hearty and comforting Beef Noodle Soup featuring tender seared beef cubes simmered with aromatic vegetables and Italian seasonings in rich beef broth, complemented by egg noodles and optionally garnished with fresh parsley. Perfect for a satisfying family meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Beef and Seasonings
- 2 lb beef roast, cut into 1-inch cubes
- Kosher salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp cayenne pepper
Vegetables and Aromatics
- 3–4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lb button mushrooms, sliced
- 1 large onion, diced
- 2 large carrots, chopped
- 3 ribs celery, chopped
Liquids and Others
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 10 cups beef broth
- 12 oz egg noodles or egg-free ribbons
- Optional: freshly chopped parsley, to garnish
Instructions
- Season the Beef: In a bowl, season the beef cubes evenly with kosher salt, black pepper, Italian seasoning, and cayenne pepper to infuse the meat with robust flavor.
- Sear the Beef: Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large soup pot over medium heat. In two batches, add the beef cubes and sear until golden brown on all sides to lock in juices. Remove the beef and set aside.
- Sauté Vegetables: In the same pot, add minced garlic and sliced mushrooms, sautéing for about 5 minutes until fragrant and tender. Then add diced onions, chopped carrots, and celery, cooking for an additional 5 minutes until vegetables soften.
- Simmer Soup: Return the seared beef cubes to the pot. Stir in balsamic vinegar and pour in the beef broth. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer gently for 1 hour, or until the beef becomes tender and flavors meld.
- Cook Noodles: Add the egg noodles to the soup and cook for 6 to 8 minutes until al dente. Remove the pot from heat to prevent overcooking the noodles.
- Serve and Garnish: Allow the soup to rest briefly until warm. Ladle into bowls and garnish with freshly chopped parsley if desired for added freshness and color.
Notes
- For a spicier soup, increase cayenne pepper slightly or add crushed red pepper flakes.
- You can substitute egg noodles with gluten-free noodles if needed.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 2 months.
- Adjust salt and seasoning to taste after simmering.
- Adding fresh herbs like thyme or rosemary can enhance the flavor profile.
