Looking for a comforting, quick, and budget-friendly dinner? This Ground Beef Stroganoff is a weeknight hero. Made with lean hamburger, mushrooms, and a rich sour cream sauce, it’s everything you want in a cozy meal—ready in under 30 minutes and loaded with hearty flavor.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Fast & easy: Dinner on the table in 25 minutes.
- No canned soup: Made from scratch with real ingredients.
- Versatile: Serve it over noodles, mashed potatoes, or rice.
- Family-approved: Creamy, savory, and satisfying—everyone goes back for seconds.
Ingredients You’ll Need
- Lean ground beef – Flavorful but not too greasy.
- Onion & garlic – Classic aromatics for depth.
- Mushrooms – Brown (cremini) preferred, but white or even canned mushrooms work.
- Beef broth – Use condensed (canned) regular broth for maximum flavor. Avoid low sodium here.
- Sour cream – Makes the sauce creamy and tangy. Greek yogurt works too!
- Cornstarch – For thickening the sauce.
- Salt & pepper – Season to taste.
- Optional extras: Dijon mustard, thyme, smoked paprika, or a splash of hot sauce for added flair.
How to Make Ground Beef Stroganoff
Brown the beef
In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef with chopped onion and garlic until the meat is browned and the onion is soft.
Add mushrooms and broth
Stir in sliced mushrooms and sauté for a few minutes. Pour in the beef broth, season with salt and pepper, and simmer for 5–10 minutes to reduce slightly.
Cook noodles
Meanwhile, bring a pot of salted water to boil and cook egg noodles according to package directions.
Thicken the sauce
Make a slurry with cornstarch and cold water, then slowly stir it into the sauce. Simmer until thickened.
Add sour cream
Turn off the heat and stir in the sour cream. Don’t boil the sauce once the sour cream is in—it might curdle.
Serve
Spoon over warm noodles and garnish with parsley or cracked black pepper if desired.
Tips & Variations
- Want a richer flavor? Add a teaspoon of Dijon mustard or some chopped thyme to the sauce.
- No sour cream? Use plain Greek yogurt as a substitute.
- Using ground turkey or chicken? Add extra seasonings and a beef bouillon cube to boost flavor.
- Add-ins: A dash of smoked paprika or a little chopped bacon cooked with the beef adds smoky depth.
How to Serve It
- Egg noodles – The classic base for stroganoff.
- Mashed potatoes – Creamy potatoes + creamy sauce = comfort heaven.
- Rice or quinoa – For a slightly lighter option.
- Bread rolls – Spoon it inside a soft bun for a sloppy joe-style twist.
Add a side salad or roasted green beans and a piece of crusty bread to mop up the sauce.
Storing & Reheating
To Refrigerate
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for 3–4 days.
To Freeze
Freeze just the beef stroganoff (without noodles) for best texture. Thaw in the fridge overnight before reheating.
To Reheat
Warm on the stovetop over low heat or in the microwave. Stir gently and add a splash of broth or milk if the sauce has thickened too much.
Final Thoughts
This Ground Beef Stroganoff is one of those old-school comfort meals that never goes out of style. It’s warm, hearty, and perfect for when you need dinner fast without sacrificing flavor. With its rich beefy sauce and simple ingredients, it’s bound to become a staple in your rotation.
Hamburger Stroganoff
Looking for a comforting, quick, and budget-friendly dinner? This Ground Beef Stroganoff is a weeknight hero.
Ingredients
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1 small onion diced
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 12 ounces mushrooms sliced
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups beef broth see note
- 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
- salt and black pepper to taste
- ¾ cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Brown ground beef, onion and garlic (trying not to break it up too much) in a pan until no pink remains. Drain fat
- Add sliced mushrooms and cook 2-3 minutes. Stir in flour and cook 1 more minute
- Add broth, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer on low 10 minutes. Cook egg noodles according to package direction.
- Remove beef mixture from the heat, stir in sour cream and parsley
- Serve over egg noodles
Notes
- Do not use low sodium beef broth. You can use boxed broth or condensed broth, canned condensed broth has more flavor
- Ground beef gives the best flavor. If you substitute another type of ground meat such as ground turkey or pork add some extra beef bouillon for a richer flavor
Nutrition Information
Yield
4Serving Size
1Amount Per Serving Calories 412Total Fat 23gSaturated Fat 10gTrans Fat 1gUnsaturated Fat 9gCholesterol 126mgSodium 735mgCarbohydrates 14gFiber 2gSugar 5gProtein 38g
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