Easy Ground Beef Stroganoff
This Ground Beef Stroganoff recipe transforms simple ingredients into a creamy and satisfying meal. Tender ground beef is enveloped in a luscious sour cream sauce and served over perfectly cooked egg noodles, making it a comforting and easy weeknight dinner.
Equipment
- Large pot
- Large skillet
- saucepan
- Wooden Spoon
- Whisk
- Colander
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Knife
- Cutting board
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 8 ounces sliced mushrooms
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups beef broth
- ¼ cup dry red wine optional
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- ½ cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
- 1 pound egg noodles
Instructions
- Cook the egg noodles according to package directions in a large pot of salted boiling water. Drain and set aside.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned. Drain off any excess grease.
- Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet with the ground beef. Cook until the onion is softened and translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the sliced mushrooms, dried thyme, salt, and pepper. Cook until the mushrooms are softened and browned, about 5-7 minutes.
- In a separate saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Whisk in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, until the mixture is smooth and golden brown (roux).
- Gradually whisk in the beef broth into the roux, making sure to break up any lumps. Bring the mixture to a simmer, stirring constantly. Add the red wine (if using), Worcestershire sauce, and Dijon mustard.
- Simmer for 5-7 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened slightly.
- Pour the stroganoff sauce over the ground beef mixture in the skillet. Stir to combine and simmer for another 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
- Remove the skillet from the heat and gently stir in the sour cream. Be careful not to boil the sauce after adding the sour cream, as it can curdle.
- Serve the ground beef stroganoff over the cooked egg noodles. Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired. Enjoy!
Notes
Don't overcook the beef to keep it tender. Deglaze the pan after browning the beef for extra flavor. To prevent sour cream from curdling, remove the skillet from heat before adding. Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a little heat. Ground Beef Stroganoff can be made ahead of time and reheated. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Reheat in a skillet over medium heat, adding a splash of beef broth or water if needed. Variations: Add vegetables like peas or carrots, use different noodles like fettuccine, or add cheese like Parmesan or Gruyère.