Beef Noodle Soup

By Thom7747

A great tasting soup that is easy to prepare.

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon oil
• 1/2 pound boneless beef sirloin, fat trimmed
• 1/2 cup carrot, coarsely shredded
• 1/3 cup celery, diced
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
• 7 cups water
• 3 tablespoons low-sodium beef bouillon powder
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 bay leaf
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 cup egg noodles, ¼-inch wide, uncooked
• 1/3 cup green onions including tops, chopped
• 1/4 cup dried parsley, chopped

Preparation

Step 1

Heat Oil in large saucepan, on medium-high heat.
1. Add beef which has been cut into thin, bite-size pieces.
2. Sauté until browned.
3. Add carrot, celery, and garlic.
4. Sauté until crisp-tender.
5. Stir in flour.
6. Add water and next 5 ingredients.
7. Simmer 20 minutes, uncovered.
8. Add uncooked noodles, green onions and parsley.
9. Simmer.
10. Follow package directions for cooking noodles.
11. Remove bay leaf before serving.

An easy Make-Over: Choose a lean cut of beef and remember to trim all visible fat.