Description
This 30-Minute Ground Beef Stroganoff is a quick and comforting dish featuring tender egg noodles and savory ground beef in a creamy, flavorful sauce made from a homemade roux, beef broth, milk, and sour cream. Perfect for a satisfying weeknight dinner, it combines classic flavors with simple ingredients for a hearty meal the whole family will enjoy.
Ingredients
Scale
Pasta
- 6 ounces Egg Noodles
Meat
- 1 pound Ground Beef
Sauce
- 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 egg noodles: Bring a pot of water to a boil and cook the egg noodles according to the package directions until tender. Once cooked, drain and set aside for later use.
- Brown the ground beef: While the noodles are cooking, heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until no pink remains and the meat is fully browned, 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, add the flour and whisk continuously for about 2 minutes to form 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 begins to thicken, about 3-4 minutes.
- Incorporate the milk: Slowly whisk in the milk, stirring over medium heat until the sauce thickens again and becomes smooth and creamy, about 5-7 minutes.
- Season the sauce: Stir in the garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and salt, ensuring the flavors are well blended into the sauce.
- Combine noodles and beef: Reduce the heat to low. Add the cooked egg noodles and browned ground beef back into the skillet. Stir gently until everything is evenly combined and heated through.
- Add sour cream: Gently stir in the sour cream until fully incorporated into the sauce, adding a rich and tangy flavor to the dish.
- Serve: Serve the ground beef stroganoff hot, pairing it with your favorite vegetables or a slice of garlic toast for a complete and satisfying meal.
Notes
- You can substitute ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option.
- For extra depth, sauté some mushrooms and onions along with the ground beef.
- If you prefer a thicker sauce, increase the flour to 1/3 cup when making the roux.
- Add fresh parsley or chives as a garnish for color and freshness.
- This dish reheats well and can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Ground Beef Stroganoff, Beef Stroganoff, Quick Dinner, Egg Noodles, Creamy Beef Sauce, Weeknight Meal
