Rich, savory Slow Cooker Brown Gravy Noodles combine tender, melt-in-your-mouth beef tips with thick egg noodles soaked in a deeply seasoned brown gravy. Because the noodles cook right in the slow cooker with the rich broth, they absorb all that incredible flavor for the ultimate comfort food meal.
Ingredients & Prep
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The Beef: 1.5 to 2 lbs chuck roast, cut into bite-sized chunks (or stew meat).
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The Gravy Base: 2 packets (about 1 oz each) brown gravy mix, 1 packet (1 oz) onion soup mix, and 2 cups beef broth.
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The Richness: 4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) unsalted butter, sliced into pats, and 1 cream of mushroom soup can (10.5 oz) for extra velvety texture.
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The Noodles: 12 oz wide egg noodles (uncooked).
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The Seasoning: 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, and 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce.
1.Arrange the Beef:Place meat at the bottom of the slow cooker.
Place your cubed chuck roast or stew meat evenly across the bottom of the slow cooker insert. Sprinkle the garlic powder and black pepper directly over the meat.
2.Mix the Gravy Base:Whisk the gravy packets and beef broth.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the beef broth, brown gravy packets, onion soup mix, cream of mushroom soup, and Worcestershire sauce until smooth. Pour this rich mixture evenly over the beef.
3.Slow Cook the Beef:Cook on low for 6 to 8 hours.
Place the pats of butter over the top of the liquid. Cover and cook on LOW for 6 to 8 hours (or HIGH for 4 to 5 hours), until the beef is fork-tender and easily falls apart.
4.Add the Egg Noodles:Stir in dry egg noodles during the last 30 minutes.
Remove the lid and gently stir in the uncooked wide egg noodles, making sure they are pushed down into the hot gravy liquid. Cover and cook on HIGH for 20 to 30 minutes, stirring once halfway through, until the noodles are tender and have absorbed the savory sauce.
5.Rest and Serve:Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Turn off the slow cooker and let the noodles rest for 5 minutes so the gravy thickens up nicely around them. Serve warm with extra black pepper and freshly chopped parsley if desired.
