This ground beef stroganoff is classic creamy comfort food with tender ground beef, onions, mushrooms, and sour cream. It will satisfy your taste buds and leave you feeling full.
This quick and easy comfort-food meal can be prepared in less than 30 minutes, making it doable on busy weeknights. For a complete meal suitable for company, I love to serve this dish with garlic knots and green bean bacon bundles.
Ingredient Notes and Substitutions
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- Ground beef: Use ground beef with a bit of fat. Fat gives the dish flavor. You can also substitute ground turkey, pork, or chicken.
- Butter: Salted or unsalted. If using salted butter, cut down on any added salt.
- Mushrooms: Both white button mushrooms and cremini mushrooms work well in this recipe. Heck, you can use some of each for more flavor.
- Seasonings: Dried thyme, fresh parsley, salt, and black pepper. Dill and mustard are other seasonings to try in moderation.
- Beef Broth: Preferably low-sodium.
- Sour cream: Use full-fat for flavor and texture.
How to Make Ground Beef Stroganoff
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- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef. Halfway through, add the butter, onions, and mushrooms. Continue cooking until the beef is cooked through and the mushrooms have browned.
- Reduce the heat to low, add the garlic, thyme, and parsley. Sprinkle the beef mixture with flour and cook for a couple of minutes.
- Add the beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and Dijon mustard, and stir to combine. Simmer over low heat. Stir in the sour cream.
Preparation Tips
- If you have excess grease after browning the ground beef, drain it before proceeding with the rest of the recipe.
- I like to use Amish egg noodles, but any egg noodle will work. You can also serve it over mashed potatoes, angel hair pasta, or rice.
- Wait until serving time to combine with the egg noodles, as the noodles tend to soak up too much of the gravy and get mushy.
- If the stroganoff becomes too thick, thin it with ¼ cup of beef broth until it reaches the desired consistency.
Serving Suggestions
- Starch: Egg noodles, angel hair pasta, garlic mashed potatoes, Dutch oven bread, or crusty baguettes.
- Salad: Garden salad, three bean salad, or pear salad.
- Vegetables: Roasted parmesan asparagus or sauteed green beans.
More Ground Beef Recipes
Ground Beef Stroganoff Recipe
Family-friendly and frugal, this Ground Beef Stroganoff with fresh mushrooms, onions, and garlic in a rich, creamy sour cream sauce is an easy dinner recipe that is sure to please. Serve it over egg noodles, mashed potatoes, or rice.
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Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 358kcal
Ingredients
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 small onion chopped
- 16 ounces white button or cremini mushrooms sliced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 2½ tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2½-3 cups low-sodium beef broth till desired consistency
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- ½ cup sour cream room temperature
- kosher salt and black pepper to taste
- fresh parsley garnish
- cooked egg noodles optional
Instructions
- Brown the ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once halfway browned, add the butter, onion, and mushrooms. Continue cooking until the beef is cooked through and the mushrooms are browned.
- Reduce the heat to low. Add garlic, thyme, and parsley. Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly. Sprinkle with flour. Cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring to combine. Add the beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and Dijon mustard, stirring to combine.
- Simmer over low heat for 7-10 minutes. Stir in sour cream and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste. If desired, garnish with fresh parsley or fresh thyme.
- Serve over cooked egg noodles, mashed potatoes, or rice.
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Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in a pan over medium-low heat or in the microwave at reduced power.
- To freeze, cool completely, then store in an airtight container and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight and reheat in a pan over medium-low heat or the microwave at reduced power.
Nutrition
Calories: 358kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 32g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 110mg | Sodium: 436mg | Potassium: 1183mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 452IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 64mg | Iron: 4mg
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Catalina
Tried this recipe today and it turned out really hearty and satisfying. Simple ingredients but it tasted rich and homemade!
Amber Myers
This looks so good. I love ground beef recipes! I’ll be making this soon.
Beth Pierce
Thanks, Amber! Enjoy!
Ebony
This was the ultimate comfort food meal. Ground beef stroganoff always feels so cozy, hearty, and perfect for busy weeknights when you want something satisfying. Definitely saving this recipe to make again!
Beth Pierce
Thank you, Ebony! So glad that you enjoyed it!
Ben
This is a great one. It’s so fast and simple. I actually used it as a filling for loose meat sandwiches.
Karen
I’ve had stroganoff about 5 years ago and loved it. For some reason, the idea of making it at home never occurred to me. Thank you so much for sharing the recipe, it is very easy to follow. I will be making it on Sunday. So excited.
Beth Pierce
Thanks, Karen! Enjoy!
Virginia
I really enjoyed your recipe. Thank you so much for sharing.
Beth Pierce
My pleasure, Virgina!
Kathy McCall
Was looking for recipe using pantry staples as I was just too tired to go to store. Made exactly as written and it was fantastic. Did only use the 2 1/2 cups if beef broth and added the 2 1/2 TBL’s of flour and the consistency was perfect. Don’t forget the thyme as that added a nice flavorful touch. Served over wide noodles with side of honey glazed carrots. Family loved it. Thanks
Beth Pierce
My pleasure, Kathy! I am so glad that you and your family liked the ground beef stroganoff.
Kira Hutt
Looks really easy to make . Looks delicious too, will give it a go this week with the children
Beth Pierce
Thanks, Kira! Enjoy!
Michelle
I love how quick and comforting this dish is, total win for weeknights. My kids devoured it over egg noodles and even asked for seconds. I’ll definitely be trying more of your easy dinner ideas!
Beth Pierce
Thanks, Michelle! So glad that everyone liked it.
Juliette
Often when I make beef stroganoff, I used cuts of beef which can be sort of chewy! This idea of having it with minced beef makes so much sense. Thank you for sharing your recipe.