Ingredients

1tbspvegetable oil

2lbsbeef stew meat,or cut up chuck roast

1tbspkosher salt

1tspcoarse ground black pepper

1yellow onion,chopped

8cupsbeef broth

2tspdried thyme

3stalkscelery,sliced

2carrots,sliced

8ozegg noodles,dried

Preparation

Add oil to a large pot or dutch oven on high heat.

Season beef with salt and pepper.

Add to the pot and sear on all sides for about 8 to 10 minutes.

Add in the onions and cook for 4 to 5 minutes until translucent.

Add in beef broth and thyme and bring to a boil, then reduce to low heat.

Cook, uncovered, for 1 hour.

Add in the egg noodles, celery, and carrots, then stir well and cook for 15 minutes until pasta is tender.

Serve immediately (the noodles will continue to absorb the soup as it sits).