{"id":1992,"date":"2026-02-17T14:39:54","date_gmt":"2026-02-17T14:39:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/food.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/?p=1992"},"modified":"2026-02-17T14:39:54","modified_gmt":"2026-02-17T14:39:54","slug":"nanas-beef-tips-with-noodles","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/food.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/?p=1992","title":{"rendered":"Nanas Beef Tips with Noodles"},"content":{"rendered":"<h1>\u00a0Nana\u2019s Beef Tips with Noodles<\/h1>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><em>A rich, comforting classic recipe with tender beef in a savory gravy served over buttery egg noodles.<\/em><\/p>\n<p>\u201cNana\u2019s Beef Tips with Noodles\u201d is the kind of old-fashioned comfort food that fills your kitchen with warmth and nostalgia. Slow-simmered beef becomes incredibly tender, coated in a thick, flavorful gravy, and served over soft egg noodles that soak up every delicious drop. This dish is perfect for Sunday dinners, family gatherings, or cozy weeknight meals.<\/p>\n<p>Below is a detailed, step-by-step recipe just like you\u2019d find in a full cooking guide.<\/p>\n<h2>\u00a0Ingredients (Serves 4\u20136)<\/h2>\n<h3>For the Beef Tips:<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>2 lbs (900g) beef stew meat or sirloin tips, cut into bite-size pieces<\/li>\n<li>2 tablespoons olive oil or butter<\/li>\n<li>1 medium onion, finely chopped<\/li>\n<li>3 cloves garlic, minced<\/li>\n<li>2 tablespoons all-purpose flour<\/li>\n<li>2 cups beef broth<\/li>\n<li>1 cup sliced mushrooms (optional but recommended)<\/li>\n<li>1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce<\/li>\n<li>1 teaspoon dried thyme<\/li>\n<li>1 teaspoon paprika<\/li>\n<li>Salt and black pepper to taste<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>For the Noodles:<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>12 oz (340g) egg noodles<\/li>\n<li>1 tablespoon butter<\/li>\n<li>Salt for boiling water<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Optional Garnish:<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Fresh parsley, chopped<\/li>\n<li>Grated Parmesan cheese<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>\u00a0Step-by-Step Instructions<\/h2>\n<h3>Step 1: Prepare the Beef<\/h3>\n<p>Pat the beef pieces dry with paper towels. Dry meat browns better and creates more flavor. Season generously with salt and black pepper.<\/p>\n<h3>Step 2: Sear the Beef<\/h3>\n<ol>\n<li>Heat olive oil or butter in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.<\/li>\n<li>Add beef in batches (don\u2019t overcrowd the pan).<\/li>\n<li>Sear each side for 2\u20133 minutes until nicely browned.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Remove the beef and set aside. Browning builds deep flavor for the gravy.<\/p>\n<h3>Step 3: Cook the Aromatics<\/h3>\n<p>In the same pan:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Add chopped onion and cook 3\u20134 minutes until soft.<\/li>\n<li>Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.<\/li>\n<li>If using mushrooms, add them now and cook until slightly browned.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3>Step 4: Make the Gravy<\/h3>\n<ol>\n<li>Sprinkle flour over the onion mixture and stir well.<\/li>\n<li>Cook for 1\u20132 minutes to remove the raw flour taste.<\/li>\n<li>Slowly pour in beef broth while stirring constantly to avoid lumps.<\/li>\n<li>Add Worcestershire sauce, thyme, and paprika.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.<\/p>\n<h3>Step 5: Simmer Until Tender<\/h3>\n<p>Return the beef to the pan.<br \/>\nReduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 45\u201360 minutes (or until beef is fork-tender).<\/p>\n<p>Stir occasionally. If the sauce becomes too thick, add a little more broth. If too thin, let it simmer uncovered to thicken.<\/p>\n<p>The slow simmer is what makes this dish truly \u201cNana-style\u201d \u2014 tender and comforting.<\/p>\n<h3>Step 6: Cook the Noodles<\/h3>\n<p>While the beef finishes cooking:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.<\/li>\n<li>Add egg noodles and cook according to package instructions (usually 7\u20139 minutes).<\/li>\n<li>Drain and toss with butter to prevent sticking.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2>\u00a0How to Serve<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Spoon a generous portion of buttered egg noodles onto a plate.<\/li>\n<li>Ladle the beef tips and rich gravy over the top.<\/li>\n<li>Garnish with fresh parsley or Parmesan if desired.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Serve with:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Steamed green beans<\/li>\n<li>Roasted carrots<\/li>\n<li>Mashed potatoes (as an alternative to noodles)<\/li>\n<li>A slice of crusty bread<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>\u00a0Tips for the Best Flavor<\/h2>\n<p>Use sirloin tips for a more tender result.<br \/>\nFor deeper flavor, replace \u00bd cup broth with red wine.<br \/>\nSlow cooker option: Cook on LOW for 6\u20138 hours.<br \/>\nAdd a splash of heavy cream at the end for a creamier gravy.<\/p>\n<h2>\u00a0Storage &amp; Reheating<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.<\/li>\n<li>Reheat gently on the stovetop or microwave.<\/li>\n<li>Can be frozen for up to 2 months (store noodles separately if possible).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>\u00a0Variations<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Add sour cream at the end for a stroganoff-style version.<\/li>\n<li>Use wide pappardelle instead of egg noodles.<\/li>\n<li>Add carrots or peas for extra vegetables.<\/li>\n<li>Make it spicy with a pinch of red pepper flakes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>\u00a0Why Everyone Loves This Recipe<\/h2>\n<p>Nana\u2019s Beef Tips with Noodles is the ultimate comfort dish \u2014 tender beef, rich homemade gravy, and buttery noodles all in one satisfying meal. It\u2019s simple, hearty, and packed with flavor, making it a timeless family favorite.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019d like, I can also give you a Crockpot version or a creamy mushroom version!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>\u00a0Nana\u2019s Beef Tips with Noodles &nbsp; A rich, comforting classic recipe with tender beef in a savory gravy served over&hellip;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":1993,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[6,5],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-1992","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-home","category-recipes"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/food.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1992","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/food.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/food.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/food.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/food.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=1992"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/food.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1992\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":1994,"href":"https:\/\/food.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1992\/revisions\/1994"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/food.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/media\/1993"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/food.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=1992"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/food.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcategories&post=1992"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/food.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Ftags&post=1992"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}