Description
Cafeteria Noodles is a classic and comforting side dish that brings back memories of old school lunches. These buttery egg noodles are infused with savory beef bouillon and simple seasonings, making them a perfect accompaniment to a variety of main dishes.
Ingredients
Scale
Egg Noodles:
- 12 oz egg noodles
Butter Mixture:
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons beef bouillon paste or 3 cubes
- 2 cups water
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Garnish:
- Chopped parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the Egg Noodles: Boil egg noodles until al dente, then drain and set aside.
- Prepare the Butter Mixture: Melt butter in a skillet, add beef bouillon, water, onion powder, garlic powder, and black pepper. Simmer until bouillon dissolves.
- Combine and Simmer: Toss cooked noodles in the buttery broth in the skillet. Simmer for 3–5 minutes until noodles absorb flavors.
- Serve: Remove from heat and garnish with parsley if desired. Serve warm.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, substitute water with beef broth.
- Pair these noodles with meatloaf, roast beef, or baked chicken for a classic combo.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
