Josephine's Beef Noodle Soup

Step 1 -In a large heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat, add the olive oil.

Step 2 -Add the beef chunks, 1 teaspoon of the salt, and 1/2 teaspoon of the black pepper to the hot oil and stir to combine.

Step 3 -Add the onions, the carrots, and the celery to the pot and cook, while stirring, until the beef is browned and the onions are transparent, about 2-4 minutes.

Step 4 -Add the garlic to the beef mixture and cook, while stirring, until it just becomes fragrant, about 1 minute.

Step 5 -Add the beef broth, the thyme, and the rosemary to the beef mixture and stir to combine.

Step 6 -Bring the soup mixture to a boil.

Step 7 -Add the noodles to the soup mixture and reduce the heat to medium.

Step 8 -Cover the pot and cook until the noodles are al dente and the beef is cooked to a minimum internal temperature of 135 degrees F for a medium-rare doneness, about 7-10 minutes.

Step 9 -Add the parsley to the soup and stir to combine.

Step 10 -Taste the soup and add the extra salt and the extra black pepper, as needed.

Step 11 -Serve.