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Creamy Budget Ground Beef Stroganoff Recipe for Six Easy Meals

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A quick, budget-friendly, and creamy ground beef stroganoff recipe that serves six, perfect for family meals or casual gatherings. Made with simple pantry staples and ready in under 30 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 pounds ground beef (lean or regular)
  • 12 ounces egg noodles
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 8 ounces mushrooms, sliced (button or cremini)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley (optional, chopped for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add 12 ounces of egg noodles and cook according to package instructions (usually 7-9 minutes) until al dente. Drain and set aside. Toss noodles with a tiny drizzle of oil to prevent sticking.
  2. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1.5 pounds ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a spatula, until no longer pink and nicely browned, about 6-8 minutes. Drain excess fat if desired.
  3. Push the beef to one side of the pan. Add 2 tablespoons butter, then the chopped onion and sliced mushrooms. Cook for 5-7 minutes until softened and fragrant, stirring occasionally. Add minced garlic in the last minute.
  4. Sprinkle 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour over the beef and veggies. Stir well to coat and cook for about 1 minute to remove the raw flour taste.
  5. Slowly pour in 2 cups beef broth while stirring continuously. Add 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper to taste. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook until the sauce thickens, about 5 minutes.
  6. Remove the pan from heat and stir in 1 cup sour cream until smooth and creamy. Avoid boiling once sour cream is added to prevent curdling.
  7. Add the cooked egg noodles to the sauce, gently tossing to coat. Warm through for 1-2 minutes on low heat if needed. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired and serve immediately.

Notes

Use room temperature sour cream and add it off the heat to prevent curdling. Drain excess fat from the beef to avoid an oily sauce but keep a little for flavor. If sauce is too thick, add more broth or water; if too thin, simmer longer before adding sour cream. Mushrooms can be cooked separately to reduce water content. For dairy-free, substitute sour cream with coconut or cashew cream. For gluten-free, use gluten-free pasta and flour alternatives.

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