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Classic Beef Stroganoff

Classic Beef Stroganoff
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Classic Beef Stroganoff is a rich, comforting, and quick-to-make meal featuring tender beef strips sautéed with mushrooms in a creamy sauce, served over egg noodles. Perfect for weeknight dinners, it combines deep flavors and simple ingredients to deliver an elegant and hearty dish in under 30 minutes.

Ingredients

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Beef and Vegetables

  • 1 lb sirloin or tenderloin beef strips, thinly sliced
  • 8 oz fresh button or cremini mushrooms, cleaned and sliced
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

Sauce Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 tbsp cooking oil
  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour for GF version)
  • 1 ½ cups beef broth
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 cup sour cream (room temperature)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Accompaniments

  • 8 oz egg noodles (or gluten-free noodles for GF version)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Ingredients: Slice beef into thin strips for quick cooking. Clean and slice mushrooms. Finely chop onion and garlic to have everything ready before starting.
  2. Cook the Beef: Heat oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the beef strips in batches until browned but not fully cooked through. Remove and set aside to rest, locking in juices and ensuring tenderness.
  3. Sauté the Vegetables: In the same skillet, add more butter if needed. Sauté the chopped onion and garlic until translucent. Add mushrooms and cook until they release moisture and start turning golden brown.
  4. Make the Sauce: Sprinkle flour over vegetables and stir well to combine. Gradually pour in beef broth while stirring to avoid lumps. Bring the sauce to a simmer, then add paprika, salt, and pepper to taste.
  5. Finish and Combine: Return beef strips to the skillet, allowing them to finish cooking gently in the simmering sauce. Remove from heat and stir in room temperature sour cream until the sauce is smooth and creamy. Avoid boiling to keep sauce silky.
  6. Cook the Noodles: Meanwhile, boil egg noodles according to package instructions. Drain well and serve generously topped with the creamy beef Stroganoff sauce.

Notes

  • Choose tender cuts like sirloin or tenderloin for fast cooking and optimal tenderness.
  • Don’t overcook the beef; brown quickly then finish gently in sauce to avoid toughness.
  • Cook mushrooms thoroughly to intensify their flavor and texture.
  • Use room temperature sour cream to prevent curdling and maintain creamy sauce.
  • Season gradually with salt and pepper throughout cooking for balanced flavor.
  • Reserve some pasta water to thin sauce if it becomes too thick.
  • Store leftovers separately from noodles to prevent sogginess.
  • For variations, try chicken, turkey, vegetarian substitutes, gluten-free flour and noodles, or add wine and fresh herbs for extra flavor.

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Keywords: Beef Stroganoff, Classic Stroganoff, Quick Dinner, Creamy Mushroom Sauce, Comfort Food, Easy Beef Recipe

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