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And in my mind, there’s no better comfort food than a rich creamy pasta dish, like this Beef Stroganoff. It cooks in just one pot, just like hamburger helper stroganoff, but it’s *homemade* and I promise it’s still super easy. You’re going to want to tuck this recipe into your back pocket for those nights when you’re super tired and need an extra comforting meal. :)   Pin this recipe for later\! [Pin It](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/bookmarklet/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.budgetbytes.com%2Fbeef-stroganoff%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.budgetbytes.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2021%2F05%2FBeef-Stroganoff-PIN2.jpg&description=This+one+pot+Beef+Stroganoff+is+a+delicious+and+comforting+weeknight+dinner+and+is+easy+like+hamburger+helper%2C+but+homemade%21&is_video=false)   *All recipes are rigorously tested in our [Nashville Test Kitchen](https://www.budgetbytes.com/about/#h-how-we-test-recipes) to ensure they are easy, affordable, and delicious.* > “A winner for me! I used extra lean ground beef and added half a can of peas for more veggies. It worked out perfectly. Another easy dinner to have in my back pocket!” > > **Sara** ## Budget-Friendly Version Beef stroganoff is a Russian dish that features pieces of sautéed beef in a rich and creamy sauce, often served over pasta. For this budget version of beef stroganoff, I’ve replaced the chunks of beef with budget-friendly ground beef, added mushrooms to stretch it a little further, and cooked everything in one pot for a quick and easy meal. It’s not a traditional beef stroganoff for sure, but it definitely is delicious\! ## Recipe Success Tips Every piece of cookware and every range top is different, so one pot recipes are a bit like riding a bike. You have to feel it out and find the sweet spot for the equipment you’re using. Here are some tips for making your one pot pasta a success: - **Heat evenly.** Use heavy, thick cookware to help the ingredients heat evenly. - **Resist the urge to add more liquid.** The broth does *not* need to fully cover the noodles for them to cook, so resist the urge to add extra water or broth. - **Don’t let the heat get too low.** Make sure the liquid is simmering the whole time the pasta is cooking. If the heat is too low, the pasta will just get gummy. - **Stir occasionally.** Stir the pot occasionally to prevent sticking, but not too often or you risk breaking down the pasta. - **Use your judgment**. If your pasta looks close to being cooked through, but there is too much liquid left in the skillet, let it finish simmering with the lid off. If the liquid is gone but your pasta is still not tender, add a splash more water or broth and continue to simmer. Share this recipe [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/sharer/sharer.php?u=https://www.budgetbytes.com/beef-stroganoff/&display=popup&ref=plugin&src=share_buttondescription=One%20Pot%20Beef%20Stroganoff "Share on Facebook") [WhatsApp](https://wa.me/?text=https://www.budgetbytes.com/beef-stroganoff/description=One%20Pot%20Beef%20Stroganoff "Share with WhatsApp") [Email](mailto:?subject=Your%20friend%20has%20shared%20an%20article%20with%20you.&body=Beef%20Stroganoff%0D%0Ahttps%3A%2F%2Fwww.budgetbytes.com%2Fbeef-stroganoff%2F%0D%0Adescription=One%20Pot%20Beef%20Stroganoff "Share via Email") [Pin](https://pinterest.com/pin/create/button/?url=https://www.budgetbytes.com/beef-stroganoff/&media=https://www.budgetbytes.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Beef-Stroganoff-PIN2.jpg&description=One%20Pot%20Beef%20Stroganoff "Share on Pinterest")   ## Beef Stroganoff Cost \$5.54 recipe / \$1.39 serving 4\.63 from 245 votes This one pot Beef Stroganoff is a delicious and comforting weeknight dinner and is easy like hamburger helper, but homemade\! [Step-by-step photos](https://www.budgetbytes.com/beef-stroganoff/#h-how-to-make-beef-stroganoff-step-by-step-photos) can be seen below the recipe card. Author: [Beth Moncel](https://www.budgetbytes.com/author/beth/)  Servings 4 about 1.5 cups each Prep 10 minutes mins Cook 20 minutes mins Total 30 minutes mins [Save Recipe](https://www.budgetbytes.com/beef-stroganoff/) [Print Recipe](https://www.budgetbytes.com/wprm_print/beef-stroganoff) [Read the reviews](https://www.budgetbytes.com/beef-stroganoff/#wpd-threads) ### Ingredients - ▢ 2 cloves garlic (\$0.16) - ▢ 2 Tbsp butter (\$0.22) - ▢ ½ lb. ground beef (\$2.50\*) - ▢ 8 oz. mushrooms (\$1.49) - ▢ ⅛ tsp black pepper (freshly cracked, \$0.01) - ▢ 2 cups beef broth (\$0.26\*\*) - ▢ 1 Tbsp Worcestershire sauce (\$0.03) - ▢ ½ tsp Dijon mustard (\$0.02) - ▢ 8 oz. wide egg noodles (\$0.60) - ▢ ⅓ cup [sour cream](https://www.budgetbytes.com/how-to-make-sour-cream/) (\$0.15\*\*\*) - ▢ 1 Tbsp parsley (chopped (optional), \$0.10) ### Video ### Instructions - Mince the garlic. Add the garlic and butter to a large pot or skillet and sauté over medium heat for about one minute, or until the garlic is soft and fragrant. - Add the ground beef and continue to sauté until it is fully browned. - While the beef is browning, slice the mushrooms. Add the sliced mushrooms and some freshly cracked pepper to the pot with the beef. Continue to sauté until the mushrooms are soft (about five minutes). - Add the uncooked egg noodles to the pot along with the beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and Dijon mustard. Stir to combine. The liquid will not fully cover the noodles, but that's okay. - Place a lid on the pot and allow the liquid to come up to a boil over medium-high heat. As soon as it reaches a boil, give the pot a stir, replace the lid, and reduce the heat to low. Allow the pot to simmer on low heat for about 7-10 minutes, stirring occasionally and replacing the lid every couple of minutes. After 7-10 minutes the pasta should be tender and most of the liquid absorbed. - Once the noodles are tender, add the sour cream and fold it into the noodles until everything is rich and creamy. Give the noodles a taste and add extra salt or pepper, if needed. Roughly chop a handful of parsley leaves and sprinkle over top. Serve hot. See how we [calculate recipe costs here](https://www.budgetbytes.com/how-to-calculate-recipe-costs/). *** ### Notes \*I used **half ground beef and half mushrooms** to stretch my pennies a bit further, but you could do **all mushrooms or all beef** if you prefer. If you’re doing a **vegetarian version** with all mushrooms, use mushroom or vegetable broth to replace the beef broth. \*\*I suggest using a **very flavorful broth** or else your stroganoff will end up being bland. I use [Better Than Bouillon](https://www.betterthanbouillon.com/?gclid=Cj0KCQjwkZiFBhD9ARIsAGxFX8Cv8CjLurL7pFvhgkwEa9OTJ-npASoN85yFi6I36FyILWFg-t2JrQ8aAuekEALw_wcB) to make my beef broth. \*\*\*Sour cream gives it the classic **creamy and tangy flavor** of a stroganoff. If you’re looking for an alternative to sour cream, you can use **Greek yogurt or heavy cream**, which will be less tangy. ### Nutrition Information Serving: 1\.5CupsCalories: 476kcal (24%)Carbohydrates: 44g (15%)Protein: 22g (44%)Fat: 24g (37%)Sodium: 614mg (27%)Fiber: 3g (13%) *Read our full [nutrition disclaimer here.](https://www.budgetbytes.com/nutrition-information-disclaimer/)* *Percentages are of daily value.*  Have you tried this recipe?Mention [@budgetbytes](https://www.instagram.com/budgetbytes) or tag [\#budgetbytes](https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/budgetbytes) on Instagram\! ## How to Make Beef Stroganoff Step-by-Step Photos  Begin by sautéing 2 cloves of minced garlic in 2 Tbsp of butter until soft (1-2 minutes). You can use a large pot or large skillet, as long as it is big enough to hold all of the pasta AND has a lid (the lid will be used later).  Next, add 1/2 lb. ground beef and continue to sauté until it is fully browned.  While the beef is browning, slice 8oz. mushrooms. White button mushrooms are fine, but if you can get these baby bella mushrooms they are even more awesome (shout out to ALDI for carrying these at an affordable price).  Once the beef is browned, add the mushrooms and some freshly cracked pepper. Continue to sauté until they are soft (about five minutes).  Add ½ lb. wide egg noodles to the skillet along with 2 cups beef broth, 1 Tbsp Worcestershire sauce, and ½ tsp Dijon mustard. Stir to combine. The broth will not fully cover the noodles, but that’s okay. The steam in the skillet will help cook them and they’ll be stirred to make sure even cooking.  Place a lid on the skillet and bring the broth up to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, give it a quick stir to loosen the noodles from the bottom, return the lid quickly, and turn the heat down to low. Let the skillet simmer, stirring occasionally and always replacing the lid, for 7-10 minutes or until the noodles are tender and there is only a small amount of thick sauce left in the skillet.  Finally, add ⅓ cup sour cream and fold it into the noodles until everything is creamy and delicious\!  Top off the beef stroganoff with a little chopped parsley for color (because stroganoff is kind of boring to look at) and it’s time to dive into that skillet full of creamy goodness! You might want to give it a taste at this point to see if you want a little extra salt or pepper (again, depending on the salt content of your broth), but other than that it’s time to eat! And only one dish to clean. :)  ## More One Pot Pastas to Try [Easy American Goulash \$12.30 recipe / \$2.05 serving](https://www.budgetbytes.com/goulash/) [One Pot Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta \$9.41 recipe / \$2.35 serving](https://www.budgetbytes.com/one-pot-creamy-cajun-chicken-pasta/) [One Pot Veggie Pasta \$9.43 recipe / \$2.36 serving](https://www.budgetbytes.com/one-pot-veggie-pasta/) [Taco Pasta \$8.64 recipe / \$1.44 serving](https://www.budgetbytes.com/beef-taco-pasta/) *Originally published 5/20/21. Updated and republished 1/11/25.* Share this recipe [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/sharer/sharer.php?u=https://www.budgetbytes.com/beef-stroganoff/&display=popup&ref=plugin&src=share_buttondescription=One%20Pot%20Beef%20Stroganoff "Share on Facebook") [WhatsApp](https://wa.me/?text=https://www.budgetbytes.com/beef-stroganoff/description=One%20Pot%20Beef%20Stroganoff "Share with WhatsApp") [Email](mailto:?subject=Your%20friend%20has%20shared%20an%20article%20with%20you.&body=Beef%20Stroganoff%0D%0Ahttps%3A%2F%2Fwww.budgetbytes.com%2Fbeef-stroganoff%2F%0D%0Adescription=One%20Pot%20Beef%20Stroganoff "Share via Email") [Pin](https://pinterest.com/pin/create/button/?url=https://www.budgetbytes.com/beef-stroganoff/&media=https://www.budgetbytes.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Beef-Stroganoff-PIN2.jpg&description=One%20Pot%20Beef%20Stroganoff "Share on Pinterest") Posted in: [Beef Recipes](https://www.budgetbytes.com/category/recipes/meat/beef/), [Comfort Food Recipes](https://www.budgetbytes.com/category/recipes/comfort-food/), [Fall Recipes](https://www.budgetbytes.com/category/recipes/seasonal/fall-recipes/), [Main Dish Recipes](https://www.budgetbytes.com/category/recipes/main-dish/), [Meat Recipes](https://www.budgetbytes.com/category/recipes/meat/), [One Pot Meals](https://www.budgetbytes.com/category/recipes/one-pot/), [Pasta Recipes](https://www.budgetbytes.com/category/recipes/pasta/), [Quick Pasta Recipes](https://www.budgetbytes.com/category/recipes/pasta/quick-pasta/), [Quick Recipes](https://www.budgetbytes.com/category/recipes/quick/), [Recipes](https://www.budgetbytes.com/category/recipes/), [Recipes under \$10](https://www.budgetbytes.com/category/recipes/cost-per-recipe/recipes-under-10/), [Soy Free Recipes](https://www.budgetbytes.com/category/recipes/soy-free/), [Under \$3 per serving](https://www.budgetbytes.com/category/recipes/cost-per-serving/under-3-per-serving/), [Winter Recipes](https://www.budgetbytes.com/category/recipes/seasonal/winter-recipes/) [](https://www.budgetbytes.com/author/beth/) Beth MoncelI’m a food lover, number cruncher, and meticulous budgeter. I love science and art, and the way they come together when I cook. I love to create, problem solve, and learn new things. Making great food is my passion, my purpose, and my favorite thing to share with others.[More About Beth](https://www.budgetbytes.com/author/beth/)   ### Eat More. Spend Less. Sign up for our newsletter and new recipes sent to your inbox every week\! 4\.63 from 245 votes ([27 ratings without comment](https://www.budgetbytes.com/beef-stroganoff/)) This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. [Learn how your comment data is processed.](https://akismet.com/privacy/) 444 Comments Newest Oldest Most Voted Inline Feedbacks View all comments bob 02\.07.26 9:28 am This is a serious favorite now with our daughter. So delicious 0 Reply Leela 12\.31.25 3:19 am This is so simple and delicious. I love the flavor of beef and mushrooms combined. 0 Reply Eric B 12\.25.25 10:50 am I made this twice the first time I accidentally doubled the broth and the second time followed the recipe correctly. If you like things very thick and more textured I totally recommend just following the recipe, I personally like things a little more liquid the accidental double of the broth was delicious and perfect I highly recommend more broth or maybe just enough to top the noodles. It is really tasty just the texture as is isn’t quite as enjoyable to me. 1 Reply Nia 11\.20.25 4:26 pm I made this (with a few substitutions) and my kids LOVED it!!! I used ground turkey instead of beef, added onions, and added 2 anchovy before the broth. The dijon and worchestershire sauce really bring out the flavor here. Definitely keeping this in the fall/winter dinner rotation – so much cheaper and checks the boxes for filling comfort food! Thank you!\! 0 Reply Becky 08\.27.25 9:33 am This recipe was delicious and simple to make. I increased the ground beef to one pound because that’s what I had on hand. I also used chicken broth because I did not have any beef broth. Still great! I heartily recommend. 1 Reply Rebecca 08\.26.25 6:02 pm This recipe is great! I’ve never made beef stroganoff before and was trying to find something to use up beef broth that I had on hand. To add extra protein and nutrients, I doubled the ground meat (I used turkey) and mushrooms, and used Greek yogurt instead of sour cream. I added some of my usual favorite seasonings and this turned out amazing! It was quick and easy, and will definitely be in rotation. 1 Reply Katie 08\.21.25 10:42 am Was delicious & easy to make! Great for a weekday dinner 1 Reply Devin Martinez 08\.19.25 3:57 pm This was so good! Easy prep and clean up. I did substitute bone broth for the beef broth and added a half tablespoon more of Worcestershire. Wish I would have doubled the recipe so we could have had leftovers\! 0 Reply Anita Renwick 08\.18.25 9:05 am We love this meal! Trusted recipe we have been using for about two years now, for meal prepping lunches for work, or an easy dinner. So easy & we love that most of the ingredients are shelf/freezer ingredients. 1 Reply Emily 07\.25.25 11:11 pm Easy ✅ yummy ✅ 0 Reply Missa 07\.05.25 11:57 am Loved this!! I put more Worcestershire sauce. Sour cream defiently is the touch 0 Reply Kalina 06\.15.25 6:48 pm I used vegetarian crumbles instead of ground beef, soy sauce instead of worcestershire and vegetable broth. Turned out pretty good. Thanks for the recipe\! 0 Reply Miranda 06\.07.25 5:39 pm Made this for dinner, but added some extra beef broth (I think my noodles were overall bigger or something) and added onion as well as seasoned the beef with onion powder, garlic powder, and thyme! Very delicious. I would personally add more ground beef or stew meat as my family are very protein-heavy when it comes to meals. Simple but delicious! Added to our rotation x 1 Reply Linda 05\.28.25 6:32 pm Made this for the first time, not the last. Added onions with the garlic because I assumed there were onions and didn’t check the recipe. Also added 2 1/2 TBSP of sourdough discard to the broth step with a little extra water since it is so thick. It tasted great, we all loved it. 1 Reply Madi 04\.15.25 8:45 pm My second time making this & it came out just as great as the first\! 1 Reply Load More Comments   #### About Budget Bytes As food lovers and number crunchers, we’ve decided that cooking on a budget shouldn’t mean canned beans and ramen noodles night after night. Join us for delicious recipes designed for small budgets. 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Guess what time it is! Comfort-food-o’clock. And in my mind, there’s no better comfort food than a rich creamy pasta dish, like this Beef Stroganoff. It cooks in just one pot, just like hamburger helper stroganoff, but it’s *homemade* and I promise it’s still super easy. You’re going to want to tuck this recipe into your back pocket for those nights when you’re super tired and need an extra comforting meal. :)   Pin this recipe for later\! *All recipes are rigorously tested in our [Nashville Test Kitchen](https://www.budgetbytes.com/about/#h-how-we-test-recipes) to ensure they are easy, affordable, and delicious.* > “A winner for me! I used extra lean ground beef and added half a can of peas for more veggies. It worked out perfectly. Another easy dinner to have in my back pocket!” > > **Sara** ## Budget-Friendly Version Beef stroganoff is a Russian dish that features pieces of sautéed beef in a rich and creamy sauce, often served over pasta. For this budget version of beef stroganoff, I’ve replaced the chunks of beef with budget-friendly ground beef, added mushrooms to stretch it a little further, and cooked everything in one pot for a quick and easy meal. It’s not a traditional beef stroganoff for sure, but it definitely is delicious\! Every piece of cookware and every range top is different, so one pot recipes are a bit like riding a bike. You have to feel it out and find the sweet spot for the equipment you’re using. Here are some tips for making your one pot pasta a success: - **Heat evenly.** Use heavy, thick cookware to help the ingredients heat evenly. - **Resist the urge to add more liquid.** The broth does *not* need to fully cover the noodles for them to cook, so resist the urge to add extra water or broth. - **Don’t let the heat get too low.** Make sure the liquid is simmering the whole time the pasta is cooking. If the heat is too low, the pasta will just get gummy. - **Stir occasionally.** Stir the pot occasionally to prevent sticking, but not too often or you risk breaking down the pasta. - **Use your judgment**. If your pasta looks close to being cooked through, but there is too much liquid left in the skillet, let it finish simmering with the lid off. If the liquid is gone but your pasta is still not tender, add a splash more water or broth and continue to simmer. Cost \$5.54 recipe / \$1.39 serving 4\.63 from 245 votes This one pot Beef Stroganoff is a delicious and comforting weeknight dinner and is easy like hamburger helper, but homemade\! [Step-by-step photos](https://www.budgetbytes.com/beef-stroganoff/#h-how-to-make-beef-stroganoff-step-by-step-photos) can be seen below the recipe card.  - ▢ 2 cloves garlic (\$0.16) - ▢ 2 Tbsp butter (\$0.22) - ▢ ½ lb. ground beef (\$2.50\*) - ▢ 8 oz. mushrooms (\$1.49) - ▢ ⅛ tsp black pepper (freshly cracked, \$0.01) - ▢ 2 cups beef broth (\$0.26\*\*) - ▢ 1 Tbsp Worcestershire sauce (\$0.03) - ▢ ½ tsp Dijon mustard (\$0.02) - ▢ 8 oz. wide egg noodles (\$0.60) - ▢ ⅓ cup [sour cream](https://www.budgetbytes.com/how-to-make-sour-cream/) (\$0.15\*\*\*) - ▢ 1 Tbsp parsley (chopped (optional), \$0.10) - Mince the garlic. Add the garlic and butter to a large pot or skillet and sauté over medium heat for about one minute, or until the garlic is soft and fragrant. - Add the ground beef and continue to sauté until it is fully browned. - While the beef is browning, slice the mushrooms. Add the sliced mushrooms and some freshly cracked pepper to the pot with the beef. Continue to sauté until the mushrooms are soft (about five minutes). - Add the uncooked egg noodles to the pot along with the beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and Dijon mustard. Stir to combine. The liquid will not fully cover the noodles, but that's okay. - Place a lid on the pot and allow the liquid to come up to a boil over medium-high heat. As soon as it reaches a boil, give the pot a stir, replace the lid, and reduce the heat to low. Allow the pot to simmer on low heat for about 7-10 minutes, stirring occasionally and replacing the lid every couple of minutes. After 7-10 minutes the pasta should be tender and most of the liquid absorbed. - Once the noodles are tender, add the sour cream and fold it into the noodles until everything is rich and creamy. Give the noodles a taste and add extra salt or pepper, if needed. Roughly chop a handful of parsley leaves and sprinkle over top. Serve hot. See how we [calculate recipe costs here](https://www.budgetbytes.com/how-to-calculate-recipe-costs/). *** \*I used **half ground beef and half mushrooms** to stretch my pennies a bit further, but you could do **all mushrooms or all beef** if you prefer. If you’re doing a **vegetarian version** with all mushrooms, use mushroom or vegetable broth to replace the beef broth. \*\*I suggest using a **very flavorful broth** or else your stroganoff will end up being bland. I use [Better Than Bouillon](https://www.betterthanbouillon.com/?gclid=Cj0KCQjwkZiFBhD9ARIsAGxFX8Cv8CjLurL7pFvhgkwEa9OTJ-npASoN85yFi6I36FyILWFg-t2JrQ8aAuekEALw_wcB) to make my beef broth. \*\*\*Sour cream gives it the classic **creamy and tangy flavor** of a stroganoff. If you’re looking for an alternative to sour cream, you can use **Greek yogurt or heavy cream**, which will be less tangy. Serving: 1\.5CupsCalories: 476kcal (24%)Carbohydrates: 44g (15%)Protein: 22g (44%)Fat: 24g (37%)Sodium: 614mg (27%)Fiber: 3g (13%) *Percentages are of daily value.* ## How to Make Beef Stroganoff Step-by-Step Photos  Begin by sautéing 2 cloves of minced garlic in 2 Tbsp of butter until soft (1-2 minutes). You can use a large pot or large skillet, as long as it is big enough to hold all of the pasta AND has a lid (the lid will be used later).  Next, add 1/2 lb. ground beef and continue to sauté until it is fully browned.  While the beef is browning, slice 8oz. mushrooms. White button mushrooms are fine, but if you can get these baby bella mushrooms they are even more awesome (shout out to ALDI for carrying these at an affordable price).  Once the beef is browned, add the mushrooms and some freshly cracked pepper. Continue to sauté until they are soft (about five minutes).  Add ½ lb. wide egg noodles to the skillet along with 2 cups beef broth, 1 Tbsp Worcestershire sauce, and ½ tsp Dijon mustard. Stir to combine. The broth will not fully cover the noodles, but that’s okay. The steam in the skillet will help cook them and they’ll be stirred to make sure even cooking.  Place a lid on the skillet and bring the broth up to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, give it a quick stir to loosen the noodles from the bottom, return the lid quickly, and turn the heat down to low. Let the skillet simmer, stirring occasionally and always replacing the lid, for 7-10 minutes or until the noodles are tender and there is only a small amount of thick sauce left in the skillet.  Finally, add ⅓ cup sour cream and fold it into the noodles until everything is creamy and delicious\!  Top off the beef stroganoff with a little chopped parsley for color (because stroganoff is kind of boring to look at) and it’s time to dive into that skillet full of creamy goodness! You might want to give it a taste at this point to see if you want a little extra salt or pepper (again, depending on the salt content of your broth), but other than that it’s time to eat! And only one dish to clean. :)  *Originally published 5/20/21. 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