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Creamy Ground Beef Stroganoff Recipe Easy Cozy Budget Dinner Idea

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A quick and easy creamy ground beef stroganoff that’s perfect for cozy nights and budget-friendly dinners. This comforting dish features a velvety, tangy sauce with savory ground beef and mushrooms served over noodles.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb (450 g) ground beef (lean 85/15 preferred)
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 8 oz (225 g) mushrooms, sliced (cremini or white button)
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups (480 ml) beef broth (low sodium optional)
  • 1 cup (240 ml) sour cream
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter
  • Egg noodles or pasta of your choice (about 12 oz or 340 g)
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Prep your ingredients: Dice the onion, mince the garlic, and slice the mushrooms.
  2. Cook the pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add 12 oz (340 g) egg noodles and cook according to package instructions (7-9 minutes) until al dente. Drain and set aside. Toss with a bit of olive oil to prevent sticking.
  3. Brown the ground beef: Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef, breaking it apart with a spoon. Cook for 5-7 minutes until no longer pink and starting to brown. Drain excess fat if needed.
  4. Sauté aromatics: Add diced onion and minced garlic to the beef. Cook for 3-4 minutes until softened and fragrant, stirring frequently.
  5. Add mushrooms: Toss in sliced mushrooms and cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally until mushrooms release moisture and get golden.
  6. Make the sauce base: Sprinkle 2 tablespoons flour evenly over the beef and mushroom mixture. Stir well and cook for 1-2 minutes to remove raw flour taste.
  7. Add broth and seasonings: Slowly pour in 2 cups beef broth while stirring to avoid lumps. Add 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce and 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 5-7 minutes until sauce thickens.
  8. Stir in sour cream: Remove pan from heat and gently fold in 1 cup sour cream. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Mix off heat to prevent curdling.
  9. Combine with noodles: Add cooked noodles to the skillet and toss gently to coat. Heat briefly on low if needed to warm through without boiling.
  10. Serve and garnish: Spoon stroganoff onto plates or bowls and sprinkle with fresh chopped parsley if desired.

Notes

Do not boil the sauce after adding sour cream to prevent curdling. Drain excess fat from beef to avoid greasy sauce. If sauce is too thick, add a splash of beef broth or water to loosen. Season gradually to balance saltiness. For gluten-free, use gluten-free flour and pasta. For dairy-free, substitute sour cream with coconut cream or dairy-free sour cream alternative.

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