Slow Cooker Amish Creamy Beef and Noodles: The Soul-Soothing Comfort That Cooks Itself


 


There’s a sacred simplicity in Amish cooking—a reverence for humble ingredients, slow transformation, and meals that gather people together. This dish is the very embodiment of that tradition. Imagine tender chunks of beef, bathed in a rich, velvety gravy, mingling with soft, pillowy egg noodles. It’s not just dinner; it’s a deep sigh of relief at the end of a long day. The kind of meal that fills your kitchen with a savory, welcoming aroma and promises everyone at the table a second helping. Best of all, your slow cooker does nearly all the work, granting you the gift of time while it creates a masterpiece of comfort.

Your Humble, Wholesome Ingredients

This is food built on foundation, not fuss.

For the Beef & Broth:

  • 2 lbs beef chuck roast, trimmed and cut into 1-inch cubes

    • The star: Chuck roast becomes incredibly tender and flavorful when slow-cooked.

  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced

  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

  • 4 cups (950 ml) low-sodium beef broth

  • 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce

  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste

  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme

  • 1 teaspoon paprika (smoked or sweet)

  • 2 bay leaves

  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt

  • ½ teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper

For the Creamy Gravy & Finish: