Amazing Easy Beef Stroganoff with Ground Beef
Introduction
This amazing easy beef stroganoff with ground beef delivers incredible flavor with minimal effort. It creates a velvety, luxurious sauce that transforms humble ground beef into pure comfort. Your whole family will keep asking for more of this delicious, satisfying meal that comes together in just 30 minutes.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef (80/20 lean to fat ratio)
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 8 ounces cremini mushrooms, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 12 ounces egg noodles
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook egg noodles according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
- Add diced onion to the skillet with the beef and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened.
- Add sliced mushrooms and cook for another 5-6 minutes until they release their moisture and become tender.
- Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Push the beef mixture to one side of the skillet. Add butter to the empty side and let it melt. Sprinkle flour over the butter and whisk to create a roux. Cook for 1-2 minutes.
- Gradually pour in beef broth while whisking constantly to avoid lumps. Add Worcestershire sauce and Dijon mustard. Stir everything together.
- Reduce heat to medium-low and let the sauce simmer for 5-7 minutes until it thickens to a gravy consistency.
- Remove from heat and let cool for 2 minutes. Stir in sour cream until fully incorporated and smooth.
- Add the cooked egg noodles to the skillet and toss gently to coat everything in the creamy sauce.
- Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve immediately.
Pro Tips & Notes
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
- Calories: 680
- Protein: 32g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Cholesterol: 125mg
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fiber: 3g
- Sugar: 4g
Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: Can I use ground turkey instead of beef? A: Yes, ground turkey works well but may result in a less rich flavor. Consider adding a bit more Worcestershire sauce or a splash of soy sauce for depth.
- Q: Can I make this ahead of time? A: You can prepare the beef mixture ahead, but add the sour cream and noodles just before serving for best texture.
- Q: What can I substitute for sour cream? A: Greek yogurt or cream cheese thinned with a little milk can work as alternatives, though the flavor will be slightly different.
- Q: Can I freeze leftovers? A: The sour cream-based sauce doesn't freeze well - it may separate when reheated. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.