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Enjoy this classic comfort food with this creamy and flavorful ground beef stroganoff recipe. This dish has tender ground beef, onions, mushrooms, and sour cream. It will satisfy your taste buds and leave you feeling full and satisfied.
This quick and easy comfort food meal can be prepared in less than thirty minutes, making it doable for busy weeknights. For a complete meal suitable for company, I love to serve this dish with
garlic knots
and
green bean bacon bundles
.
My family loves this quick and easy hamburger stroganoff made without cream of mushroom soup. If I cook my egg noodles while I prepare the rest of the dish, I can have this easy ground beef stroganoff on the table in less than 30 minutes. As a bonus, it is made without any canned soups.
Have you tried any of my other quick and easy recipes?
One Skillet Pepper Steak
,Â
Skillet Sausage and Peppers
,Â
Chicken Enchiladas
, and this recipe are just a few of our favorites and perfect for hectic weeknights.
Ingredient Notes and Substitutions
See the complete list of ingredients below on the recipe card.
Ground beef
: use ground beef with a bit of fat. Fat gives the dish flavor. You can also substitute ground turkey, pork, or chicken.
Butter
: salted or unsalted. If using salted butter, cut down on any added salt.
Mushrooms
: Both white button mushrooms and cremini mushrooms work well in this recipe. Heck, you can use some of each for more flavor.
Seasonings
: dried thyme, fresh parsley, salt, and black pepper. Dill and mustard are other seasonings to try in moderation.
Beef Broth
: preferably low-sodium
Sour cream
: full-fat works best
How to Make Ground Beef Stroganoff
Brown the ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat. Halfway through the browning process, add the butter, onion, and mushrooms. Continue cooking until the beef cooks through and the mushrooms are brown.
Reduce the heat to low and add garlic, thyme and parsley. Cook for one minute while stirring. Sprinkle the beef mixture with flour and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring to combine. Add the beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and Dijon mustard, stirring to combine. Simmer over low heat for about ten minutes. Then, stir in the sour cream. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
Serving Suggestions
Serve it over egg noodles,
angel hair pasta
, or
garlic mashed potatoes
. I like to serve it with a
garden salad
with
Dutch oven bread
or crusty baguettes with soft butter. My favorite side dishes are
roasted parmesan asparagus
and
sauteed green beans
.
Preparation Tips
If you have excess grease after browning the ground beef, drain it before proceeding with the rest of the recipe.
I like to use Amish egg noodles, but any egg noodle will work. You can also serve them over mashed potatoes, angel hair pasta, or rice.
Wait until serving time to combine with the egg noodles, as the noodles tend to soak up too much of the gravy and get mushy.
Storage and Reheat
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. They can be reheated in a pan over medium-low heat or in the microwave at reduced power.Â
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use other ground meats?
Substitute an equal amount of ground turkey, pork, or chicken for the ground beef.
Can I freeze this dish?
To freeze, cool completely, then store in an airtight container and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight and reheat in a pan over medium-low heat or the microwave at reduced power.Â
What can I do if the stroganoff gets too thick?
If the stroganoff becomes too thick, thin it with 1/4 cup of beef broth until it reaches the desired consistency.
More Ground Beef Recipes
1
lb
lean ground beef
3
tablespoons
unsalted butter
1
small onion chopped
16
ounces
white button or cremini mushrooms sliced
3
cloves
garlic minced
½
teaspoon
dried thyme
1
teaspoon
dried parsley
2 ½
tablespoons
all purpose flour
2 ½ – 3
cups
low sodium beef broth
till desired consistency
1
tablespoon
Worcestershire Sauce
1
teaspoon
Dijon mustard
½
cup
sour cream
full fat
kosher salt and black pepper to taste
fresh parsley
garnish
cooked egg noodles
optional
Start by browning the ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once halfway browned add the butter, onion, and mushrooms. Continue cooking until the beef is cooked through and the mushrooms are browned.
Reduce the heat to low. Add garlic, thyme, and parsley. Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly. Sprinkle with flour. Cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring to combine. Add the beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and Dijon mustard stirring to combine.
Simmer over low heat for 7-10 minutes. Stir in sour cream and cook for additional 1-2 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste. If desired, garnish with fresh parsley or fresh thyme.
Serve over cooked egg noodles, mashed potatoes, or rice.
If you have excess grease after browning the ground beef, drain it before proceeding with the rest of the recipe.
I like to use Amish egg noodles, but any egg noodle will work. You can also serve them over mashed potatoes, angel hair pasta, or rice.
Wait until serving time to combine with the egg noodles, as the noodles tend to soak up too much of the gravy and get mushy.
Calories:
358
kcal
|
Carbohydrates:
13
g
|
Protein:
32
g
|
Fat:
20
g
|
Saturated Fat:
11
g
|
Polyunsaturated Fat:
1
g
|
Monounsaturated Fat:
6
g
|
Trans Fat:
1
g
|
Cholesterol:
110
mg
|
Sodium:
436
mg
|
Potassium:
1183
mg
|
Fiber:
2
g
|
Sugar:
5
g
|
Vitamin A:
452
IU
|
Vitamin C:
6
mg
|
Calcium:
64
mg
|
Iron:
4
mg
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# Ground Beef Stroganoff

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Enjoy this classic comfort food with this creamy and flavorful ground beef stroganoff recipe. This dish has tender ground beef, onions, mushrooms, and sour cream. It will satisfy your taste buds and leave you feeling full and satisfied.
This quick and easy comfort food meal can be prepared in less than thirty minutes, making it doable for busy weeknights. For a complete meal suitable for company, I love to serve this dish with **[garlic knots](https://www.smalltownwoman.com/garlic-knots/)** and [**green bean bacon bundles**](https://www.smalltownwoman.com/green-bean-bacon-bundles/).

My family loves this quick and easy hamburger stroganoff made without cream of mushroom soup. If I cook my egg noodles while I prepare the rest of the dish, I can have this easy ground beef stroganoff on the table in less than 30 minutes. As a bonus, it is made without any canned soups.
Have you tried any of my other quick and easy recipes? **[One Skillet Pepper Steak](https://www.smalltownwoman.com/pepper-steak/)**, **[Skillet Sausage and Peppers](https://www.smalltownwoman.com/sausage-peppers/)**, **[Chicken Enchiladas](https://www.smalltownwoman.com/easy-chicken-enchiladas/)**, and this recipe are just a few of our favorites and perfect for hectic weeknights.
## Ingredient Notes and Substitutions
See the complete list of ingredients below on the recipe card.
- **Ground beef**: use ground beef with a bit of fat. Fat gives the dish flavor. You can also substitute ground turkey, pork, or chicken.
- **Butter**: salted or unsalted. If using salted butter, cut down on any added salt.
- **Mushrooms**: Both white button mushrooms and cremini mushrooms work well in this recipe. Heck, you can use some of each for more flavor.
- **Seasonings**: dried thyme, fresh parsley, salt, and black pepper. Dill and mustard are other seasonings to try in moderation.
- **Beef Broth**: preferably low-sodium
- **Sour cream**: full-fat works best
## How to Make Ground Beef Stroganoff
Brown the ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat. Halfway through the browning process, add the butter, onion, and mushrooms. Continue cooking until the beef cooks through and the mushrooms are brown.

Reduce the heat to low and add garlic, thyme and parsley. Cook for one minute while stirring. Sprinkle the beef mixture with flour and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring to combine. Add the beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and Dijon mustard, stirring to combine. Simmer over low heat for about ten minutes. Then, stir in the sour cream. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
## Serving Suggestions
Serve it over egg noodles, **[angel hair pasta](https://www.smalltownwoman.com/angel-hair-pasta-with-garlic-and-parmesan/)**, or **[garlic mashed potatoes](https://www.smalltownwoman.com/garlic-mashed-potatoes/)**. I like to serve it with a **[garden salad](https://www.smalltownwoman.com/garden-salad/)** with **[Dutch oven bread](https://www.smalltownwoman.com/no-knead-bread/)** or crusty baguettes with soft butter. My favorite side dishes are **[roasted parmesan asparagus](https://www.smalltownwoman.com/oven-roasted-garlic-and-parmesan-asparagus/)** and **[sauteed green beans](https://www.smalltownwoman.com/sauteed-green-beans/)**.

## Preparation Tips
- If you have excess grease after browning the ground beef, drain it before proceeding with the rest of the recipe.
- I like to use Amish egg noodles, but any egg noodle will work. You can also serve them over mashed potatoes, angel hair pasta, or rice.
- Wait until serving time to combine with the egg noodles, as the noodles tend to soak up too much of the gravy and get mushy.

## Storage and Reheat
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. They can be reheated in a pan over medium-low heat or in the microwave at reduced power.
## Frequently Asked Questions
**Can I use other ground meats?**
Substitute an equal amount of ground turkey, pork, or chicken for the ground beef.
**Can I freeze this dish?**
To freeze, cool completely, then store in an airtight container and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight and reheat in a pan over medium-low heat or the microwave at reduced power.
**What can I do if the stroganoff gets too thick?**
If the stroganoff becomes too thick, thin it with 1/4 cup of beef broth until it reaches the desired consistency.
## More Ground Beef Recipes
- [ Creamy Beef and Shells](https://www.smalltownwoman.com/creamy-beef-and-shells/)
- [ Hamburger Steak and Gravy](https://www.smalltownwoman.com/hamburger-steak-and-gravy/)
- [ Hamburger Helper](https://www.smalltownwoman.com/homemade-hamburger-helper/)
- [ Beef Enchiladas](https://www.smalltownwoman.com/beef-enchiladas/)
- [ Beef Chili](https://www.smalltownwoman.com/beef-chili/)
- [ Italian Meatloaf](https://www.smalltownwoman.com/italian-meatloaf/)

## Ground Beef Stroganoff Recipe
Family-friendly and frugal, this Ground Beef Stroganoff with fresh mushrooms, onions, and garlic in a rich, creamy sour cream sauce is an easy dinner recipe that is sure to please. Serve it over egg noodles, mashed potatoes, or rice.
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Course: main meal beef
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 358kcal
Author: Beth Pierce
### Ingredients
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 small onion chopped
- 16 ounces white button or cremini mushrooms sliced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 2 ½ tablespoons all purpose flour
- 2 ½ – 3 cups low sodium beef broth till desired consistency
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- ½ cup sour cream full fat
- kosher salt and black pepper to taste
- fresh parsley garnish
- cooked egg noodles optional
### Instructions
- Start by browning the ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once halfway browned add the butter, onion, and mushrooms. Continue cooking until the beef is cooked through and the mushrooms are browned.
- Reduce the heat to low. Add garlic, thyme, and parsley. Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly. Sprinkle with flour. Cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring to combine. Add the beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and Dijon mustard stirring to combine.
- Simmer over low heat for 7-10 minutes. Stir in sour cream and cook for additional 1-2 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste. If desired, garnish with fresh parsley or fresh thyme.
- Serve over cooked egg noodles, mashed potatoes, or rice.
### Notes
- If you have excess grease after browning the ground beef, drain it before proceeding with the rest of the recipe.
- I like to use Amish egg noodles, but any egg noodle will work. You can also serve them over mashed potatoes, angel hair pasta, or rice.
- Wait until serving time to combine with the egg noodles, as the noodles tend to soak up too much of the gravy and get mushy.
### Nutrition
Calories: 358kcal \| Carbohydrates: 13g \| Protein: 32g \| Fat: 20g \| Saturated Fat: 11g \| Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g \| Monounsaturated Fat: 6g \| Trans Fat: 1g \| Cholesterol: 110mg \| Sodium: 436mg \| Potassium: 1183mg \| Fiber: 2g \| Sugar: 5g \| Vitamin A: 452IU \| Vitamin C: 6mg \| Calcium: 64mg \| Iron: 4mg
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## Reader Interactions
### Comments
1. Kathy McCall
June 30, 2025 at 7:18 pm

Was looking for recipe using pantry staples as I was just too tired to go to store. Made exactly as written and it was fantastic. Did only use the 2 1/2 cups if beef broth and added the 2 1/2 TBL’s of flour and the consistency was perfect. Don’t forget the thyme as that added a nice flavorful touch. Served over wide noodles with side of honey glazed carrots. Family loved it. Thanks
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- Beth Pierce
June 30, 2025 at 9:20 pm
My pleasure, Kathy! I am so glad that you and your family liked the ground beef stroganoff.
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2. Kira Hutt
April 21, 2025 at 2:22 pm
Looks really easy to make . Looks delicious too, will give it a go this week with the children
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- Beth Pierce
April 21, 2025 at 8:45 pm
Thanks, Kira! Enjoy\!
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3. Michelle
April 21, 2025 at 11:45 am

I love how quick and comforting this dish is, total win for weeknights. My kids devoured it over egg noodles and even asked for seconds. I’ll definitely be trying more of your easy dinner ideas\!
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- Beth Pierce
April 21, 2025 at 8:55 pm
Thanks, Michelle! So glad that everyone liked it.
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4. Juliette
April 21, 2025 at 1:18 am

Often when I make beef stroganoff, I used cuts of beef which can be sort of chewy! This idea of having it with minced beef makes so much sense. Thank you for sharing your recipe.
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Enjoy this classic comfort food with this creamy and flavorful ground beef stroganoff recipe. This dish has tender ground beef, onions, mushrooms, and sour cream. It will satisfy your taste buds and leave you feeling full and satisfied.
This quick and easy comfort food meal can be prepared in less than thirty minutes, making it doable for busy weeknights. For a complete meal suitable for company, I love to serve this dish with **[garlic knots](https://www.smalltownwoman.com/garlic-knots/)** and [**green bean bacon bundles**](https://www.smalltownwoman.com/green-bean-bacon-bundles/).

My family loves this quick and easy hamburger stroganoff made without cream of mushroom soup. If I cook my egg noodles while I prepare the rest of the dish, I can have this easy ground beef stroganoff on the table in less than 30 minutes. As a bonus, it is made without any canned soups.
Have you tried any of my other quick and easy recipes? **[One Skillet Pepper Steak](https://www.smalltownwoman.com/pepper-steak/)**, **[Skillet Sausage and Peppers](https://www.smalltownwoman.com/sausage-peppers/)**, **[Chicken Enchiladas](https://www.smalltownwoman.com/easy-chicken-enchiladas/)**, and this recipe are just a few of our favorites and perfect for hectic weeknights.
## Ingredient Notes and Substitutions
See the complete list of ingredients below on the recipe card.
- **Ground beef**: use ground beef with a bit of fat. Fat gives the dish flavor. You can also substitute ground turkey, pork, or chicken.
- **Butter**: salted or unsalted. If using salted butter, cut down on any added salt.
- **Mushrooms**: Both white button mushrooms and cremini mushrooms work well in this recipe. Heck, you can use some of each for more flavor.
- **Seasonings**: dried thyme, fresh parsley, salt, and black pepper. Dill and mustard are other seasonings to try in moderation.
- **Beef Broth**: preferably low-sodium
- **Sour cream**: full-fat works best
## How to Make Ground Beef Stroganoff
Brown the ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat. Halfway through the browning process, add the butter, onion, and mushrooms. Continue cooking until the beef cooks through and the mushrooms are brown.

Reduce the heat to low and add garlic, thyme and parsley. Cook for one minute while stirring. Sprinkle the beef mixture with flour and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring to combine. Add the beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and Dijon mustard, stirring to combine. Simmer over low heat for about ten minutes. Then, stir in the sour cream. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
## Serving Suggestions
Serve it over egg noodles, **[angel hair pasta](https://www.smalltownwoman.com/angel-hair-pasta-with-garlic-and-parmesan/)**, or **[garlic mashed potatoes](https://www.smalltownwoman.com/garlic-mashed-potatoes/)**. I like to serve it with a **[garden salad](https://www.smalltownwoman.com/garden-salad/)** with **[Dutch oven bread](https://www.smalltownwoman.com/no-knead-bread/)** or crusty baguettes with soft butter. My favorite side dishes are **[roasted parmesan asparagus](https://www.smalltownwoman.com/oven-roasted-garlic-and-parmesan-asparagus/)** and **[sauteed green beans](https://www.smalltownwoman.com/sauteed-green-beans/)**.

## Preparation Tips
- If you have excess grease after browning the ground beef, drain it before proceeding with the rest of the recipe.
- I like to use Amish egg noodles, but any egg noodle will work. You can also serve them over mashed potatoes, angel hair pasta, or rice.
- Wait until serving time to combine with the egg noodles, as the noodles tend to soak up too much of the gravy and get mushy.

## Storage and Reheat
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. They can be reheated in a pan over medium-low heat or in the microwave at reduced power.
## Frequently Asked Questions
**Can I use other ground meats?**
Substitute an equal amount of ground turkey, pork, or chicken for the ground beef.
**Can I freeze this dish?**
To freeze, cool completely, then store in an airtight container and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight and reheat in a pan over medium-low heat or the microwave at reduced power.
**What can I do if the stroganoff gets too thick?**
If the stroganoff becomes too thick, thin it with 1/4 cup of beef broth until it reaches the desired consistency.
## More Ground Beef Recipes

- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 small onion chopped
- 16 ounces white button or cremini mushrooms sliced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 2 ½ tablespoons all purpose flour
- 2 ½ – 3 cups low sodium beef broth till desired consistency
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- ½ cup sour cream full fat
- kosher salt and black pepper to taste
- fresh parsley garnish
- cooked egg noodles optional
- Start by browning the ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once halfway browned add the butter, onion, and mushrooms. Continue cooking until the beef is cooked through and the mushrooms are browned.
- Reduce the heat to low. Add garlic, thyme, and parsley. Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly. Sprinkle with flour. Cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring to combine. Add the beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and Dijon mustard stirring to combine.
- Simmer over low heat for 7-10 minutes. Stir in sour cream and cook for additional 1-2 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste. If desired, garnish with fresh parsley or fresh thyme.
- Serve over cooked egg noodles, mashed potatoes, or rice.
- If you have excess grease after browning the ground beef, drain it before proceeding with the rest of the recipe.
- I like to use Amish egg noodles, but any egg noodle will work. You can also serve them over mashed potatoes, angel hair pasta, or rice.
- Wait until serving time to combine with the egg noodles, as the noodles tend to soak up too much of the gravy and get mushy.
Calories: 358kcal \| Carbohydrates: 13g \| Protein: 32g \| Fat: 20g \| Saturated Fat: 11g \| Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g \| Monounsaturated Fat: 6g \| Trans Fat: 1g \| Cholesterol: 110mg \| Sodium: 436mg \| Potassium: 1183mg \| Fiber: 2g \| Sugar: 5g \| Vitamin A: 452IU \| Vitamin C: 6mg \| Calcium: 64mg \| Iron: 4mg
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