30-Minute Ground Beef Stroganoff Recipe
This 30-Minute Ground Beef Stroganoff is a quick and comforting dish featuring tender egg noodles smothered in a creamy, savory beef sauce made with ground beef, garlic, onion, and a touch of sour cream. Perfect for a satisfying weeknight dinner that comes together easily in one skillet.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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For the Noodles
- 6 ounces Egg Noodles
For the Stroganoff Sauce
- 1 pound Ground Beef
- ¼ cup Butter
- ¼ cup Flour
- 1 cup Beef Broth
- 1 ¼ cup Milk
- ½ teaspoon Garlic Powder
- ½ teaspoon Onion Powder
- 1 teaspoon Pepper
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- ¼ cup Sour Cream
Instructions
- Cook the Noodles: Bring a pot of water to a boil and cook the egg noodles according to package directions. Once cooked, drain and set aside for later use.
- Brown the Ground Beef: While the noodles cook, heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until it is fully browned and no pink remains, about 6-8 minutes. Drain any excess fat, then transfer the beef to a plate and set aside.
- Make the Roux: In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Once melted, whisk in the flour continuously for about 2 minutes to create a smooth roux, which will thicken the sauce.
- Add Beef Broth: Gradually pour the beef broth into the roux while whisking constantly to prevent lumps. Continue whisking until the sauce thickens, about 3-4 minutes.
- Incorporate Milk: Slowly whisk in the milk, stirring over medium heat until the sauce thickens again and becomes creamy, approximately 5-7 minutes.
- Season the Sauce: Stir in garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and salt to evenly season the sauce.
- Combine Ingredients: Reduce heat to low. Add the cooked egg noodles and browned ground beef back into the skillet. Stir gently until well combined and heated through.
- Finish with Sour Cream: Gently fold in the sour cream until fully incorporated, adding a rich and tangy flavor to the stroganoff.
- Serve: Serve the ground beef stroganoff hot, optionally accompanied by your favorite vegetable or a slice of garlic toast for a complete meal.
Notes
- Make sure to drain excess fat from the ground beef to avoid a greasy sauce.
- Whisk the roux thoroughly to prevent lumps and achieve a smooth sauce.
- Use full-fat sour cream for the best creamy texture and flavor.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half for the whole milk.
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