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Cheater’s Beef Stroganoff

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Cheater’s Beef Stroganoff is a quick, comforting take on the classic Russian dish, made with everyday ingredients like ground beef, mushrooms, and sour cream. Served over egg noodles, it’s a creamy, hearty meal ready in under 30 minutes — perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

  • 12 oz egg noodles
  • 1 lb ground beef or thinly sliced steak (sirloin or flank)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil or butter
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 8 oz mushrooms (button or cremini), sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 cups beef broth
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard (optional)
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Cook egg noodles according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet, heat oil or butter over medium heat. Add onions and sauté for 3–4 minutes until softened.
  3. Add mushrooms and cook for 5–6 minutes until browned and moisture has evaporated.
  4. Stir in garlic and cook for 30 seconds. Add ground beef or steak slices and cook until browned. Drain excess fat if needed.
  5. Sprinkle flour over the meat and mushroom mixture. Stir to coat and cook for 1–2 minutes.
  6. Gradually pour in beef broth, stirring constantly until sauce thickens slightly.
  7. Reduce heat to low and stir in sour cream, Worcestershire sauce, and Dijon mustard (if using). Simmer gently for a few minutes. Do not boil.
  8. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  9. Serve over cooked egg noodles and garnish with fresh parsley.

Notes

  • Use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream for a lighter option.
  • Double mushrooms for a more plant-forward meal.
  • Serve over rice, mashed potatoes, or gluten-free pasta if preferred.
  • To avoid curdling, stir in sour cream on low heat and avoid boiling.

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