20 Minute Skillet Beef And Gluten Free Noodles

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20 Minute Skillet Beef And Gluten Free Noodles

Skillet beef and gluten free noodles is an instant favorite with kids (and grownups will love it too). And best of all it only takes twenty minutes to make.

Course Main

Cuisine American

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 20

Servings

Calories 301kcal

Author Barbara Bianchi

Ingredients

Pasta

10 ounces gluten free elbow macaroni

Ground Beef Mixture

2 pounds of ground beef
2 tablespoons of minced onion

Gravy

3 tablespoons of butter
3 tablespoons of gluten free flour I use Bob's Red Mill all purpose flour
3 cups of gluten free broth
1/2 teaspoon of salt
dash of pepper

Instructions

Cook pasta

First, start a pot of water for your noodles. Bring to a boil and cook your noodles according to package directions.
10 ounces gluten free elbow macaroni

Cook ground beef

Meanwhile, heat your skillet to medium-high heat. Once it's hot add your ground beef, breaking it up with a spatula. Add the minced onions and continue to cook until the beef is no longer pink and the onions are soft. Then season the beef mixture with a few pinches of salt.
2 pounds of ground beef, 2 tablespoons of minced onion
With a slotted spoon, transfer the beef mixture to a large bowl, cover, and set aside.
Drain the pan. I like to reserve a tablespoon of the fat. This way the gravy maintains a pleasant texture and flavor.

For gravy

To thicken our gravy, we'll make a roux. Here's how.
Whisk together 3 tablespoons of butter and 3 tablespoons of flour in the same pan over a low heat.
3 tablespoons of butter, 3 tablespoons of gluten free flour
Continue to stir, scraping up the bits on the bottom of the pan. And slowly cook the flour mixture until it's dark with a nutty aroma. About 4-5 minutes. The longer you cook the roux, the color will deepen to golden brown.
Then add 3 cups of broth and stir continuously so that the gravy stays smooth while it thickens.  Bring to a boil and then turn the flame down to a simmer, for about 1 more minute. Season with a half of a teaspoon of salt and a dash of pepper.
3 cups of gluten free broth, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, dash of pepper
Now add the meat mixture along with any drippings back into the pan and stir with the gravy. Simmer, about 2 minutes, while the meat adds even more color and flavor to the gravy.
By now your noodles should be ready. Gently, combine the noodles with your cooked meat and heat through while the elbows absorb the gravy.

Notes

Can I use a different type of meat instead of ground beef? Absolutely! You can substitute ground turkey, ground chicken, ground pork, ground sausage, or ground lamb for a tasty twist.

How can I make this recipe dairy-free? To make it dairy-free, replace the butter in the gravy with a non-dairy alternative or olive oil.

Is this dish suitable for meal prepping? Absolutely! Skillet beef and gluten-free noodles are perfect for meal prep. Cook a batch ahead of time and enjoy quick and delicious meals throughout the week.

Can I freeze leftovers? Absolutely! Store any leftover skillet beef and noodles in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or in the freezer for up to three months. Thaw and reheat when craving strikes.

Nutrition

Calories: 301kcal

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