Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 Tbsp olive oil
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1/2 medium onion, diced
- 1 lb mushrooms, sliced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 Tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1/3 cup sour cream
- 1 Tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 tsp salt, adjust to taste
- 1/2 tsp ground black pepper, adjust to taste
Instructions
- Preheat and cook ground beef: Preheat a heavy, deep pan over medium-high heat and add olive oil. Add the ground beef and stir continuously to break it down into very small pieces for even cooking.
- Sauté onions and garlic: Add diced onions and minced garlic to the pan. Cook them until the onions become translucent and develop a golden brown color, which builds flavor in the dish.
- Add mushrooms: Incorporate the sliced mushrooms and continue sautéing for about 5 minutes or until the mushrooms soften and any excess liquid evaporates, concentrating their savory taste.
- Incorporate flour: Sprinkle the all-purpose flour over the mixture and stir thoroughly to incorporate it fully, ensuring any lumps are mixed in to help thicken the sauce later.
- Add liquids and seasonings: Pour in the beef broth, heavy whipping cream, and Worcestershire sauce. Season with salt and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat.
- Simmer the sauce: Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for about 5 minutes to thicken and meld the flavors together.
- Finish with sour cream: Remove the pan from heat and stir in the sour cream until fully combined. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve immediately over cooked egg noodles, rice, or potatoes.
Notes
- Use lean ground beef to reduce excess grease but retain flavor.
- Be sure to let mushroom juices evaporate to avoid a watery sauce.
- Adjust salt and pepper according to personal taste preferences.
- Sour cream adds a tangy richness, so add it off the heat to prevent curdling.
- Serve with egg noodles for a traditional stroganoff experience or try it over rice or mashed potatoes for variation.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
