"This Beef Noodle Soup recipe is creamy, cozy, hearty, comfort food with huge flavor and minimal effort, made in the oven or slow cooker!..."
INGREDIENTS
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2 pounds top sirloin steak, (chopped into 1-inch pieces)
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1 teaspoon salt
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1/2 teaspoon pepper
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2 tablespoons vegetable oil, (divided)
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2 cups egg noodles, (or your favorite sturdy pasta)
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2 tablespoons unsalted butter
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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1 onion, (chopped)
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¾ cup carrots, (chopped or sliced)
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2 ribs celery, (chopped or sliced)
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4-6 garlic cloves, (minced)
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1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes
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1/4 cup flour
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5 cups water ((see notes to use broth)*)
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2 TBS beef base or beef bouillon ((crush cubes if using))
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1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
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1 tablespoon reduced sodium soy sauce
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1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
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1 teaspoon dried parsley
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1/2 tsp EACH dried oregano, dried thyme, paprika
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3 cups half and half (or evaporated milk)
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2 tablespoons cornstarch
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1 15 oz. can fire roasted diced tomatoes with juices
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1 cup frozen petite peas, (not thawed)
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salt and pepper to taste