Simple Beef Tips and Noodles

Ingredients and Weight:

• Beef Tips: 500 grams
• Noodles: 500 grams (fresh or dry, according to preference)
• Onion: 1 large, chopped
• Garlic: 3-4 cloves, minced
• Beef broth or stock: 2 cups
• Cream of mushroom soup: 1 cup (can be substituted with homemade beef gravy)
• Salt and pepper: to taste
• Fresh herbs (optional): such as rosemary or thyme
• Cooking oil or butter: for frying

Preparation Time:

• Preparation: 20 minutes
• Cooking: 40-50 minutes
• Total: 1 hour 10 minutes

Difficulty Level:

Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. In a large pot or Dutch oven, brown the beef tips in cooking oil or butter.
2. Add chopped onions and minced garlic, and cook until onions are soft.
3. Pour in the beef broth or stock, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and let it simmer for 30 minutes.
4. Stir in the cream of mushroom soup or gravy and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Add fresh herbs if using.
5. Meanwhile, cook the noodles according to package instructions.
6. Serve the beef tips over cooked noodles in a bowl or plate.

Nutritional Information: (per serving, assuming 4-5 servings)

• Calories: Approximately 500-600 calories per serving (depending on additional ingredients and preparation methods)
• Protein: Depending on beef content and other ingredients.
• Fat: Depending on fat content of beef and cooking oil used.
• Carbohydrates: From the noodles.
• Fiber: From vegetables and noodles.

Dish Characteristics:

• American-style comfort food.
• Beef tips are tender and flavorful, with a rich gravy-like sauce.
• Noodles provide a filling and starchy component.
• Easy to customize with different herbs and flavors.

User Comments:

1. "Great dish for a family meal! The beef tips were tender and flavorful."
2. "Love the combination of beef gravy and noodles. Reminds me of home."
3. "Easy to make and a great way to use leftover beef tips from the weekend."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Use a cut of beef that is suitable for slow cooking, such as rump or chuck roast, for best results.
• Adjust seasoning according to personal preference.
• If using dry noodles, make sure to cook them separately and drain excess water before serving.
• For a more hearty dish, consider adding potatoes or carrots during the simmering process.