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Cheesy Beef & Noodles Skillet

Cheesy Beef & Noodles Skillet
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Cheesy Beef & Noodles Skillet is a comforting, quick, and delicious one-pan meal combining tender ground beef and wide egg noodles in a creamy, cheesy sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights, this hearty dish delivers rich savory flavors and melt-in-your-mouth cheese with minimal cleanup and customizable options.

Ingredients

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Protein & Pasta

  • 1 lb lean or regular ground beef
  • 8 oz wide egg noodles (or gluten-free noodles for dietary needs)

Vegetables & Aromatics

  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2–3 cloves garlic, minced

Liquids & Dairy

  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 cup milk or cream
  • 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese (sharp or mild)

Seasonings & Fats

  • 2 tbsp butter or oil
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • ½ tsp paprika

Instructions

  1. Brown the Beef and Sauté Aromatics: Heat butter or oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks. Stir in diced onion and minced garlic, sautéing for 2-3 minutes until fragrant and translucent.
  2. Add Liquids and Seasonings: Pour in beef broth and milk or cream, scraping the bottom of the pan to loosen browned bits. Season with salt, pepper, and paprika. Bring mixture to a gentle simmer.
  3. Cook the Noodles in the Skillet: Stir dry wide egg noodles into the skillet, pushing them down to submerge in the liquid. Cover with lid or foil, reduce heat to medium-low, and cook for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until noodles are tender and have absorbed the liquid.
  4. Stir in the Cheese and Serve: Remove skillet from heat and sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly on top. Gently fold cheese into noodles and beef until melted and incorporated. Serve immediately while warm and gooey.

Notes

  • Don’t overcook the noodles to avoid mushiness and maintain perfect texture.
  • Use freshly shredded cheese for better melting and a creamier texture.
  • Deglaze the skillet with a splash of broth after browning beef to capture flavorful bits.
  • Season as you go by tasting each step to build balanced flavors.
  • Simmer on low heat gently so noodles absorb flavor without burning the dairy.

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