Ground Beef Stroganoff

Introduction

Few dishes capture the essence of comfort food better than a creamy, savory Ground Beef Stroganoff. With a wallet-friendly ingredient list and a speedy preparation time, this recipe is an absolute winner for busy weeknights, picky eaters, and anyone craving wholesome satisfaction.

If you’re after fast dinner recipes or searching for beef recipes easy enough for a weeknight yet impressive enough for guests, this is your go-to. It’s rich, hearty, and every forkful is coated in a velvety sauce that begs to be savored.

The Comfort of Ground Beef Stroganoff

What makes this Ground Beef Stroganoff a standout among ground beef recipes easy enough for any home cook is its depth of flavor from a handful of basic pantry staples. Tender ground beef mingles with aromatic mushrooms and onions, all brought together in a creamy, tangy sauce. Unlike traditional stroganoff, this version skips the expensive steak in favor of budget-friendly ground beef, but with no compromise on taste or texture.

Maximizing Flavor with Smart Prep

Efficient chopping and prepping set this meal up for success. Speed things up and keep your dice uniform using the Mueller Pro-Series 10-in-1, 8 Blade Vegetable Chopper. Perfectly even onions and mushrooms ensure even cooking and better flavor distribution in every bite.

For the perfect sauté, reach for a sturdy, nonstick skillet like the SENSARTE Nonstick Frying Pan Skillet, 9.5 Inch—its reliable surface helps you brown the beef and vegetables without sticking, making cleanup a breeze.

Simple Steps for Classic Creaminess

A gentle simmer is all it takes for the sauce to thicken and develop that signature stroganoff richness. Sour cream provides the tang, while beef broth lends umami. For best results, stir gently and avoid boiling once the cream is added, keeping the sauce smooth and glossy.

A meat and potato masher like the Farberware Professional Heat Resistant Nylon Meat and Potato Masher helps break up the beef and create an ideal texture in the skillet—no big lumps, just tender, crumbly bites.

Serving & Storing Your Stroganoff

Serve your Ground Beef Stroganoff over hot egg noodles, rice, or mashed potatoes for a truly comforting meal. Any leftovers store beautifully in airtight containers such as the Rubbermaid Brilliance Food Storage Containers, making tomorrow’s lunch as tantalizing as tonight’s dinner.

Ground Beef Stroganoff Ingredients

Instructions

1. Heat the SENSARTE Nonstick Frying Pan Skillet, 9.5 Inch over medium-high heat. Add butter and sauté chopped onions and mushrooms until soft, about 5 minutes.
2. Add ground beef. Break it up with the Farberware Professional Heat Resistant Nylon Meat and Potato Masher and cook until browned with no pink remaining. Stir in garlic and cook for 1 minute more.
3. Sprinkle flour over the meat mixture, stirring constantly for 1–2 minutes until no dry flour remains.
4. Slowly pour in the beef broth, scraping any browned bits from the pan. Add Worcestershire sauce and Dijon mustard, bring to a simmer, and cook until thickened, about 5 minutes.
5. Reduce heat to low. Stir in sour cream; heat gently until warm (do not boil). Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
6. Serve over hot egg noodles, garnished with fresh parsley.

Cook and Prep Times

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes

Ground Beef Stroganoff Recap

This Ground Beef Stroganoff couldn’t be easier or more satisfying. It’s truly the definition of comfort: quick, budget-friendly, packed with deep savory flavor, and sure to please everyone around your table.

Whether you’re after creative ground beef recipes or simply need dinner on the table in under half an hour, this classic will never disappoint. Serve with your favorite sides and enjoy every creamy, hearty bite.