Description
This Easy Crockpot Cheesy Beef and Noodles recipe combines tender ground beef, creamy mushroom soup, and cheesy egg noodles slow-cooked to perfection. It’s a comforting, hearty meal ideal for busy weeknights, delivering rich flavors and simple prep all in one crockpot.
Ingredients
Scale
Beef Mixture
- 1 ½ pounds ground beef
- 1 small onion, diced
Slow Cooker Ingredients
- 3 cups beef broth
- 1 can (10.5 oz) condensed cream of mushroom soup
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- Salt to taste
Pasta and Cheese
- 2 cups egg noodles (uncooked)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup sour cream
Optional Garnish
- Chopped parsley
Instructions
- Brown the Beef and Onions: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef and diced onion until the beef is no longer pink and the onions are translucent. Drain any excess grease to avoid greasiness in the final dish.
- Combine Ingredients in Crockpot: Transfer the cooked beef and onion mixture to the crockpot. Add beef broth, cream of mushroom soup, garlic powder, black pepper, and salt. Stir everything to combine evenly.
- Slow Cook the Mixture: Cover the crockpot and cook on low heat for 4 hours, allowing flavors to meld and the beef to become tender.
- Add the Egg Noodles: After 4 hours, stir in the uncooked egg noodles, pressing them gently to submerge mostly in the liquid. Cover again.
- Cook Noodles on High: Increase the crockpot to high and cook for an additional 30–40 minutes or until the noodles are tender and cooked through.
- Incorporate Cheese and Sour Cream: Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese and sour cream until melted and smooth, creating a rich and creamy sauce.
- Rest and Serve: Let the dish sit for 5–10 minutes to thicken slightly. Garnish with chopped parsley if desired before serving warm.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add a dash of Worcestershire sauce or a pinch of smoked paprika when combining ingredients in the crockpot.
- Substitute ground turkey for a leaner protein option.
- Use cream of cheddar soup instead of mushroom soup to boost cheesiness.
- Leftovers reheat well; add a splash of broth or milk when reheating to maintain creaminess.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
