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Easy ground beef stroganoff with creamy sauce over noodles

Easy Ground Beef Stroganoff

A quick and comforting dish made with ground beef, mushrooms, and a creamy sauce, perfect for family dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 500
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound ground beef (85/15) rich flavor and the perfect texture
  • 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped becomes sweet and caramelized
  • 8 ounces mushrooms, sliced (cremini or button) earthy depth and tender bites
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced aromatic backbone
  • 2 tablespoons butter or olive oil for sautéing
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour thickens the sauce; use gluten-free flour if needed
  • 2 cups beef broth adds savory richness
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce umami boost (optional but recommended)
  • 1 cup sour cream or plain Greek yogurt creamy tang (Greek yogurt is a healthy option)
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard brightens the sauce
  • to taste salt and black pepper
  • for garnish fresh parsley, chopped

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add butter or oil. When shimmering, add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent.
  2. Add sliced mushrooms and cook until they release their liquid and begin to brown, about 5 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook one minute more.
  3. Push veggies to the side, add ground beef, and break it apart with a spatula. Brown until no longer pink and slightly caramelized. Season with salt and pepper.
  4. Sprinkle the flour over the meat and vegetables, stirring to coat.
  5. Pour in the beef broth slowly while stirring, scraping up any brown bits from the bottom of the pan.
  6. Stir in Worcestershire sauce and Dijon mustard, simmering until the sauce has thickened, about 3–4 minutes.
  7. Remove from heat and stir in sour cream or Greek yogurt until silky and smooth. Taste and adjust seasoning.
  8. Serve immediately over a bed of egg noodles, mashed potatoes, or spiralized zucchini. Garnish with chopped parsley.

Notes

This dish can be personalized with additional herbs or spices. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the refrigerator or freeze for up to 3 months.