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Creamy Ground Beef Stroganoff

7 Powerful Secrets for the Best Creamy Ground Beef Stroganoff

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Creamy Ground Beef Stroganoff is the ultimate comfort food dinner made with juicy ground beef, sautéed mushrooms, garlic, onions, and a rich sour cream sauce. This easy 35-minute recipe delivers the classic stroganoff flavor using simple ingredients and one skillet. Perfect for busy weeknights, this creamy beef stroganoff pairs beautifully with egg noodles, rice, or mashed potatoes and creates a hearty, satisfying meal the whole family will love.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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1 lb ground beef (80/20 recommended)
1 tbsp olive oil
1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
8 oz cremini mushrooms, sliced
2 tbsp butter
2 tbsp all-purpose flour
2 cups beef broth
1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
1 tsp Dijon mustard
1 tsp paprika
½ tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
1 cup sour cream (full-fat)
12 oz egg noodles, cooked
2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

 

  1. Cook egg noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

  2. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook for 5–6 minutes, breaking it apart until browned and fully cooked.

  3. Drain excess fat if necessary, then add olive oil and diced onion. Cook for 3–4 minutes until soft and translucent.

  4. Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.

  5. Add sliced mushrooms and butter. Cook for about 5 minutes until mushrooms are tender and lightly browned.

  6. Sprinkle flour over the beef and vegetables. Stir continuously for 1 minute to coat everything evenly.

  7. Slowly pour in the beef broth while stirring to prevent lumps.

  8. Add Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Simmer for 5–7 minutes until the sauce thickens.

  9. Reduce heat to low and gently stir in the sour cream until the sauce becomes smooth and creamy.

  10. Add cooked egg noodles to the skillet and toss until fully coated in the creamy stroganoff sauce.

  11. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.

Notes

Use full-fat sour cream to prevent curdling and achieve a silky smooth sauce.
For deeper flavor, allow the ground beef to brown properly before stirring.
Cremini mushrooms provide richer taste than white mushrooms.
Add a splash of beef broth when reheating leftovers to restore the creamy texture.

  • Author: SOFIA
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Stovetop / One-Pan
  • Cuisine: Russian-American