30-Minute Ground Beef Stroganoff Recipe
This 30-Minute Ground Beef Stroganoff is a classic comfort food dish featuring tender egg noodles and savory ground beef simmered in a creamy, flavorful sauce made with a homemade roux, beef broth, milk, and sour cream. Perfect for a quick and satisfying weeknight dinner, it combines simple ingredients with rich textures and classic seasonings like garlic and onion powder.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 6 ounces Egg Noodles
- 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 instructions. Once cooked, drain and set aside for later use.
- Brown the Ground Beef: Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until fully browned and no pink remains, about 6-8 minutes. Drain excess fat and transfer the beef to a plate to set aside.
- Make the Roux: In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Once melted, sprinkle in the flour and whisk continuously for about 2 minutes to cook off the raw flour taste and form a smooth roux.
- Add Beef Broth: Gradually pour the beef broth into the roux while whisking constantly to prevent lumps. Keep whisking until the sauce begins to thicken, about 3-4 minutes.
- Incorporate Milk: Slowly whisk in the milk and continue stirring over medium heat until the sauce thickens and becomes creamy, approximately 5-7 minutes.
- Season the Sauce: Stir in the garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and salt, mixing well to evenly distribute the seasonings throughout the sauce.
- Combine Noodles and Beef: Reduce heat to low. Add the cooked noodles and browned ground beef back into the skillet with the sauce, stirring together until well combined and heated through.
- Add Sour Cream: Gently fold the sour cream into the skillet mixture, fully incorporating it to enrich the sauce with a tangy creaminess.
- Serve: Serve the stroganoff hot, optionally paired with your favorite vegetable or a slice of garlic toast for a complete and comforting meal.
Notes
- Use low-fat sour cream for a lighter version of the dish.
- For extra flavor, consider adding sautéed mushrooms or onions when cooking the ground beef.
- Ensure constant whisking when making the roux and adding liquids to avoid lumps in the sauce.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- If you prefer a thicker sauce, reduce the milk slightly or cook the sauce a little longer to thicken.
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