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Easy Ground Beef Stroganoff

Easy Ground Beef Stroganoff
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Easy Ground Beef Stroganoff is a comforting, creamy, and hearty meal made with tender ground beef, sautéed mushrooms, and a luscious sauce enriched with sour cream. Ready in under 30 minutes, this classic dish combines simple pantry ingredients for a quick and satisfying dinner perfect for busy weeknights or family meals.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground beef (lean or regular)
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 8 oz mushrooms, sliced
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 12 oz egg noodles or pasta of choice

Instructions

  1. Brown the Ground Beef: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add the ground beef. Cook, stirring occasionally, until browned and no longer pink. Use a slotted spoon to remove the beef, draining excess fat if desired, and set aside.
  2. Sauté Onions and Mushrooms: In the same skillet, melt butter and add chopped onions. Cook until translucent, then add sliced mushrooms and minced garlic, stirring until mushrooms release their liquid and become tender.
  3. Make the Sauce: Sprinkle flour over the vegetables and stir for a minute to cook out the raw taste. Slowly whisk in beef broth to prevent lumps, letting the sauce thicken gradually while stirring frequently.
  4. Combine and Simmer: Return the browned ground beef to the skillet, stir to combine evenly with the sauce. Lower the heat and let everything simmer for 5 minutes to meld flavors together.
  5. Finish with Sour Cream: Turn off the heat and gently stir in the sour cream until fully incorporated, ensuring the sauce stays creamy without curdling. Adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, and paprika.
  6. Serve Over Noodles: Cook egg noodles or your choice of pasta according to package instructions. Drain and plate generously topped with the stroganoff sauce for a comforting, hearty meal.

Notes

  • Don’t skip browning the beef well to add depth and richness to the dish.
  • Use fresh mushrooms for the best flavor and texture; avoid canned mushrooms.
  • Lower the heat before adding sour cream to prevent curdling.
  • Gradually whisk in broth after adding flour to prevent lumps in the sauce.
  • Allow the stroganoff to rest off the heat for a few minutes to let flavors develop fully.

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