Easy Ground Beef Stroganoff
A comforting, easy weeknight dinner featuring tender beef, mushrooms, and a creamy sauce over egg noodles.
Ingredients
Meat and base
- 1 pound ground beef (85/15) Browned for deep flavor; leaner beef for a lighter option.
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped Adds sweetness and base flavor.
- 8 ounces mushrooms, sliced Cremini or white, or omit for a mushroom-free version.
- 2 cloves garlic, minced Aromatic backbone.
Sauce ingredients
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour Thickens the sauce; use cornstarch for gluten-free.
- 2 cups beef broth Use low-sodium broth to control salt.
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce Savory depth (soy sauce works as a swap).
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard Brightens the creaminess; optional but recommended.
- 1 cup sour cream For silky, tangy richness; plain Greek yogurt makes a healthier option.
Pasta and seasoning
- 12 ounces egg noodles, cooked according to package Swap for rice, mashed potatoes, or zucchini noodles.
- to taste Salt and black pepper Season as you go.
- for garnish Fresh parsley, chopped Adds color and a clean finish.
Instructions
Preparation
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the egg noodles until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef until no longer pink. Break it up with a spatula so it’s in bite-sized pieces. Season lightly with salt and pepper. Drain excess fat if needed.
- Add the chopped onion and sliced mushrooms to the skillet with the beef. Sauté until the onions are translucent and the mushrooms release their juices.
- Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds more.
- Sprinkle the flour over the meat and vegetables and stir to coat; cook for 1 minute.
- Gradually pour in the beef broth while stirring, then add Worcestershire sauce and Dijon mustard. Bring to a gentle simmer and let the sauce thicken for 3 to 5 minutes.
- Reduce heat to low and stir in the sour cream (or Greek yogurt) until the sauce is silky and smooth. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Toss the cooked noodles into the skillet until everything is coated in the creamy sauce. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
For a healthier option, use ground turkey or replace sour cream with Greek yogurt. To make it dairy-free, use a dairy-free cream alternative with nutritional yeast.