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Creamy Ground Beef and Noodles

This Creamy Ground Beef and Noodles recipe is a cozy one-pan dinner that’s perfect for busy weeknights. With a rich homemade sauce, tender egg noodles, and seasoned ground beef, it’s both comforting and budget-friendly—just the way I like it!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 500
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb Ground Beef
  • 2 cups Egg Noodles
  • 1 1/4 cup Milk
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth
  • 1/4 cup Sour Cream
  • 1/4 cup Butter
  • 1/4 cup Flour
  • 3/4 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Coarse Black Pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon Onion Powder

Method
 

  1. Boil egg noodles until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. Brown ground beef in a skillet until fully cooked. Drain fat and set beef aside.
  3. Melt butter in the skillet. Whisk in flour and cook 2 minutes to make a roux.
  4. Slowly add chicken broth, whisking constantly until thickened.
  5. Stir in milk and simmer until creamy and smooth.
  6. Season with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
  7. See full steps with tips & photos → https://theboatshedcafe.com/creamy-ground-beef-and-noodles-2/

Notes

  • Want it cheesier? Stir in ½ cup of shredded cheddar before serving.
  • You can use ground turkey or chicken as a leaner swap.
  • Add frozen peas or sautéed mushrooms for extra flavor and nutrition.