These Mediterranean Creamy Beef & Egg Noodles have an indulgent texture and savory flavors. We prepare these creamy noodles with egg noodles, lean ground beef, olive oil, onion, garlic, beef broth, tomato paste, Greek yogurt, heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, lemon juice, and fresh herbs. The creamy sauce perfectly coats the tender noodles while the seasoned beef adds a savory and filling texture. These creamy noodles contain approximately 33g net carbs and 480 calories. We make creamy noodles in just 40 minutes. These Mediterranean Creamy Beef & Egg Noodles are ideal for busy weeknight dinners, casual gatherings, comforting weekend meals, meal prep, and family-friendly menus. These creamy noodles remain fresh in the refrigerator for at least 4 days and can be frozen for almost 2 months, so you can prepare them earlier. You can serve these creamy noodles with Greek Salad, Roasted Zucchini, Garlic Green Beans, Warm Pita Bread, or Mediterranean Tomato Salad.
STATS:
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Calories: 480 kcal
- Prep Duration: 15 minutes
- Diet: Mediterranean
- Course: Main Course
- Cook Duration: 25 minutes
- Portion Size: About 1½ cups
- Cooking Mode: Stovetop
- Servings: 6
- Difficulty Level: Easy
- Total Time: 40 minutes
TOOLS:
- Big pot
- Colander
- Wooden spoon
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Knife
- Big skillet
- Cutting board
INGREDIENTS:
NOODLES:
- 12 oz. egg noodles
- 1 tsp salt
BEEF MIXTURE:
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 onion
- 3 garlic cloves
- 1 tsp oregano
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp basil
- ½ tsp thyme
- ½ tsp paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 tbsp tomato paste
CREAMY SAUCE:
- ¾ cup Greek yogurt
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp parsley
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
GARNISH:
- Extra Parmesan cheese
- Parsley
INGREDIENT NOTES AND SUBSTITUTIONS:
GROUND BEEF:
- Use ground beef to provide rich flavor, protein, and a hearty texture to this dish. We could also utilize ground turkey, lamb, or plant-based meat.
EGG NOODLES:
- Egg noodles create a soft and tender base that masterfully takes in the creamy sauce. As a substitute, you can use fettuccine, penne, rotini, or whole-wheat pasta.
GREEK YOGURT:
- This yogurt will give a creamy texture and a light and tangy flavor. Alternatively, you can use sour cream, labneh, or dairy-free yogurt.
PARMESAN CHEESE:
- We add Parmesan cheese to give the sauce a savory, nutty, and rich flavor. As a replacement, you can use Pecorino Romano or Asiago cheese.
HEAVY CREAM:
- This cream aids in making a silky and luxurious sauce texture. You may also use half-and-half or evaporated milk.
OLIVE OIL:
- Olive oil contributes an authentic Mediterranean flavor and helps sauté the ingredients. Avocado oil is another option.
BEEF BROTH:
- Beef broth enhances the savory taste and adds depth to the sauce. Chicken broth or vegetable broth are different choices.
PARSLEY:
- Fresh parsley adds brightness, freshness, and color to the finished dish. Alternatively, you can use basil, dill, or chives.
LEMON JUICE:
- Lemon juice delivers a fresh and tangy flavor to the sauce. Use white wine vinegar, as it is another alternative.
INSTRUCTIONS:
- Boil the egg noodles in water (salted) as mentioned on the package instructions.
- Strain them out and put them aside.
- Preheat the olive oil in a pan.
- Put the onion in and cook till become softer, for nearly four minutes.
- Include the garlic and cook for almost thirty seconds.
- Cook the ground beef till browned.
- Strain out extra fat if required.
- Whisk in tomato paste, oregano, pepper, basil, salt, thyme, and paprika.
- Fill in the beef broth and slowly cook for almost seven minutes.
- Slower the flame and mix in the Parmesan cheese and heavy cream till smoother.
- Put the pan off the flame for almost two minutes.
- And then mix in the parsley, Greek yogurt, and lemon juice.
- Include the cooked egg noodles and stir till perfectly coated.
- Cook till completely prepared, for almost three minutes.
- Serve these noodles with Parmesan cheese and parsley.
TIPS:
- Include mushrooms or spinach for additional veggies.
- We utilize lean ground beef in order to use less oil.
- Put Greek yogurt on a slow flame to avoid curdling.
- Avoid cooking the noodles too much.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
FRESH MEDITERRANEAN SALADS:
- Greek
- Mediterranean Cucumber
- Tomato Onion
- Chickpea
- Arugula Lemon
ROASTED VEGETABLE SIDES:
- Roasted Zucchini
- Garlic Green Beans
- Roasted Cauliflower
- Grilled Eggplant
- Roasted Bell Peppers
BREAD PAIRINGS:
- Warm Pita Bread
- Garlic Flatbread
- Mediterranean Focaccia
- Olive Bread
- Whole-Grain Dinner Rolls
LIGHT SOUP PAIRINGS:
- Mediterranean Lentil
- Tomato Basil
- Lemon Chicken
- Vegetable Minestrone
- White Bean
MEDITERRANEAN APPETIZERS:
- Stuffed Grape Leaves
- Hummus Platter
- Tzatziki Dip
- Marinated Olives
- Roasted Red Pepper Dip
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- Put these noodles in a closed box and stock them for approximately four days.
FREEZER:
- Store these noodles for almost forty-five to sixty days.
FAQs:
Why do we include Greek yogurt lastly?
- We add Greek yogurt at the end to avoid curdling and maintain a smooth texture of the sauce.
Could we prepare these noodles earlier?
- Yes, you can make these noodles more than one day earlier, warm them up, and then serve them.
May we include veggies?
- Yes, you can use peas, spinach, zucchini, and mushrooms.
Will we utilize ground turkey?
- Yes, you can use ground turkey, as it is a perfect lighter replacement.
NUTRITIONAL FACTS:
Calories: 480 kcal
Sodium: 620 mg
Net Carbs: 33 g
Fiber: 2 g
Sugar: 4 g
Fat: 24 g
Protein: 31 g
Total Carbs: 35 g
Serving Size: 1½ cups