Cheesy Beef Noodles
These Cheesy Beef Noodles are a fun twist on the yummy Momofuku noodle packs you can grab at the store. The seasoned beef, freshly grated cheddar cheese and milk add a kick of protein that the entire family will enjoy. Plus, the caramelized onions add a subtle sweetness that takes this dish to the next level. All garnished with chives, this is an easy and delicious dinner recipe. Let me know if you give this easy weeknight dinner a try.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Easy to make. You only need a few simple ingredients to make these cheesy beef noodles. They are perfect when you want dinner on the table fast.
Loaded with flavor. This combination reminds me of a cheeseburger but in noodle form. The melty cheese seasoned brown beef and caramelized onions all blend well with the al dente noodles.
Recipe Ingredients
- Noodles: You’ll need one pack of Momofuku noodles. Discard the spice packet and sauce packet. Just the noodles.
- Beef: This recipe calls for 4 ounces ground beef.
- Oil: You’ll need avocado oil for this recipe. To sauté the onions and the beef.
- Onions: You can use red, yellow or sweet onions for this recipe.
- Broth: This noodle recipe calls for a splash of beef broth when sauteing the onions.
- Seasoning: You’ll need kosher salt, cracked black pepper and garlic powder for this easy noodle recipe.
- Dairy: This dish calls for both freshly grated cheddar cheese and 2% milk.
- Chives: Add freshly chopped chives as a garnish. Option to use green onions instead.
Variations
Swap the protein. Not a fan of ground beef? Try ground chicken or turkey instead.
Add more vegetables. Top this noodle dish with diced tomatoes and fresh herbs.
Expert Tips
- Make sure the noodles are al dente. They will continue to cook in the cheesy beef sauce.
- If your beef releases a lot of grease, use a paper towel to blot or degrease the pan before adding the noodles.
- If you like a cheesier sauce add a splash more milk and grated cheese. If you like a lighter sauce, use a little less.
- Extra caramelized onions can be used throughout the week in omelets, on sandwich’s or over chicken.
How to Make
Caramelize the Onions
Heat a skillet over medium low heat. Add one tablespoon of avocado oil. Once warm add the sliced onions. Sauté. Once the onions are tender and translucent season with kosher salt. Sauté.
Deglaze the pan with beef broth. Once the onions are cooked down and fully caramelized remove them from the heat. Total cooking time is roughly 30-60 minutes.
Brown the Beef & Boil the Noodles
Heat a second skillet over medium high heat. Add the remaining avocado oil. Once hot, add the ground beef. Brown the beef in the pan. Season it with garlic powder, kosher salt and cracked black pepper.
At the same time bring a pot of water to a boil. Cook the noodles al dente according to the package. Do NOT add the seasoning packet or any other sauces from the pouch. Drain the al dente noodles.
Make the Sauce
Combine the caramelized onions and browned beef in the pan. Add the al dente noodles, 2% milk and freshly grated cheddar cheese. Mix until combined and the sauce has formed. Taste and season accordingly. Garnish with chopped chives and enjoy.
Frequently Asked Questions
Use extra caramelized onions in omelets, on sandwiches or on your favorite charcuterie board with cheese.
No, it is best enjoyed hot from the pan. That’s when the cheese sauce tastes the best. Also the noodles will get soggy overtime. It’s best enjoyed right away. That said, you can caramelize the onions ahead of time if you desire.
Best enjoyed immediately. Leftovers can be stored covered in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three or four days.
Other Noodle Recipes to Consider Trying
- Baked Sesame Chicken with Spicy Peanut Noodles
- Egg Roll in a Bowl
- Spicy Tahini Pasta with Crispy Tofu
- Easy Spicy Ramen Noodles
- Vegetarian Bolognese
Cheesy Beef Noodles
Equipment
- 1 pot to boil the noodles
- 2 skillets for the onions and beef
Ingredients
- 1 pouch Momofuku noodles, discard the seasoning and sauce packets, just the noodles
- 2 tablespoons avocado oil, divided, for the onions and beef
- 2-4 ounces ground beef
- 1 large yellow onion, sliced
- ¼ cup beef broth, to deglaze the onions
- kosher salt, to season the onions and beef
- cracked black pepper, to season the onions and beef
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder, to season the beef
- ½-¾ cup cheddar cheese, fresh grated
- ½-¾ cup 2% milk
- 2 teaspoons chives, as garnish
Instructions
How to Make
Caramelize the Onions
- Heat a skillet over medium low heat. Add one tablespoon of avocado oil. Once warm add the sliced onions. Sauté. Once the onions are tender and translucent season with kosher salt. Sauté. Deglaze the pan with beef broth. Once the onions are cooked down and fully caramelized remove them from the heat. Total cooking time is roughly 30-60 minutes.
Brown the Beef & Boil the Noodles
- Heat a second skillet over medium high heat. Add the remaining avocado oil. Once hot, add the ground beef. Brown the beef in the pan. Season it with garlic powder, kosher salt and cracked black pepper.
- At the same time bring a pot of water to a boil. Cook the noodles al dente according to the package. Do NOT add the seasoning packet or any other sauces from the pouch. Drain the al dente noodles.
Make the Sauce and Assemble
- Combine the caramelized onions and browned beef in the pan. Add the al dente noodles, 2% milk and freshly grated cheddar cheese. Mix until combined and the sauce has formed. Taste and season accordingly. Garnish with chopped chives and enjoy.
Notes
Best enjoyed immediately. Leftovers can be stored covered in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three or four days.
