Ground Beef Stroganoff

Certain recipes get incorporated into your regular dinner routine without you even realizing it, and Ground Beef Stroganoff is one of them in my kitchen. If I have busy evenings and everyone is hungry, if the day has been long and I still want to provide something warm, homemade and satisfying, then I always choose this recipe.

I first prepared this version of beef stroganoff since the traditional steak stroganoff appeared to need a lot of time and ingredients. Using ground beef made a great difference since it cooked quickly, absorbed all of the creamy mushroom flavours and resulted in a sauce which had the taste of having simmered for hours. This simple recipe for Ground Beef Stroganoff is perfect for use as a weeknight meal, for mealprepping, or when you want to enjoy traditional comfort food without spending a lot of money.

Why This Ground Beef Stroganoff Works

The success of this recipe depends on finding a balance between simple ingredients and strong flavour. Ground beef gives it a solid foundation while mushrooms add an earthy richness that makes the sauce traditional. The onions, garlic, browned beef, broth and sour cream combine to create a smooth and creamy finish. This recipe is flexible, easy to customize and perfect for busy nights

Creamy Ground Beef Stroganoff: Easy Weeknight Dinner

Easy ground beef stroganoff ready in 35 minutes! Juicy beef, mushrooms, and a creamy sour cream sauce over egg noodles. Perfect for busy weeknights.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 25 minutes mins

Total Time 33 minutes mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

What You’ll Need

For the Stroganoff:

• – 1 pound 500 g ground beef
• – 2 tablespoons butter or cooking oil
• – 1 medium onion chopped
• – 3-4 cloves garlic minced
• – 8 ounces mushrooms sliced
• – 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• – 2 cups beef broth
• – 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• – 1 teaspoon paprika
• – 1 teaspoon mustard optional
• – Salt and black pepper
• – 1/2 cup sour cream
• – 1/4 cup heavy cream or milk optional

For Serving:

• – Egg noodles or favorite pasta
• – Fresh parsley
• – Extra black pepper
• – Parmesan cheese optional

Method

 

How To Make Ground Beef Stroganoff

Brown the Ground Beef

1. Cook ground beef in a skillet over medium-high heat until browned. Break it apart while cooking and
2. remove extra grease if needed.

Cook Onion, Garlic and Mushrooms

1. Add butter, onion and mushrooms. Cook until soft and golden. Add garlic and cook briefly.

Prepare the Creamy Sauce

1. Add flour and stir. Slowly pour in beef broth. Add Worcestershire sauce, paprika, mustard, salt and
2. pepper. Simmer until creamy.

Add Sour Cream

1. Lower the heat and stir in sour cream. Avoid boiling after adding sour cream.

Serve

1. Serve over cooked noodles and finish with parsley and black pepper.

Cook’s Notes

1. Brown the beef properly to develop deeper flavour. Slice mushrooms thinly so they blend well into
2. the sauce. Add sour cream at low heat to keep the sauce smooth. Adjust thickness with broth or
3. milk if needed.

Make It Your Own

1. Add spinach, peas or carrots for more vegetables. Add red pepper flakes for spice. Use Greek
2. yogurt for a lighter version. Serve with rice, mashed potatoes or cauliflower rice instead of noodles.

Storing Leftovers

1. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. Reheat gently and add broth
2. or milk if the sauce becomes thick. Freeze the sauce separately for the best texture.

What To Serve Alongside

1. Serve with garlic bread, fresh green salad, roasted vegetables, steamed broccoli or warm dinner
2. rolls.

Notes

Ground Beef Stroganoff proves that comfort food does not need to be complicated. With simple ingredients and a creamy homemade sauce, it creates a meal that feels warm, satisfying and memorable.