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Easy Beef Stroganoff

This comforting dish combines tender ground beef, earthy mushrooms, and a creamy sauce, served over perfectly cooked pasta or egg noodles.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 475
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Meat and Sauce Base
  • 1 lb ground beef Juicy and flavorful, the foundation of your stroganoff.
  • 1 pc onion (optional) Adds a sweet and aromatic flavor.
  • 8 oz cremini mushrooms (diced) Earthy and tender, enhancing flavor and texture.
  • 8 oz cream cheese Provides a rich and creamy base.
  • 1 cup water Helps achieve desired sauce consistency.
  • ½ cup whole milk (or heavy cream) Adds to the creaminess.
  • 2 tsp salt Enhances flavor; adjust to preference.
  • 1 tsp cracked pepper Adds a subtle kick of spice.
Pasta
  • 4 cups pasta or egg noodles (cooked al dente) The perfect vessel for your sauce.
Garnishes
  • as needed fresh green onions or cilantro (chopped) Brightens the dish with color.
  • as needed grated parmesan A nutty finish that melds with the sauce.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large pan, begin by browning 1 lb of ground beef along with one diced onion over medium-high heat until the beef is mostly browned and the onion is tender.
  2. Once the beef is browned, carefully drain the excess fat from the pan.
  3. Add 8 oz of diced cremini mushrooms to the pan and let them cook down, stirring occasionally.
Sauce Making
  1. Pour in ½ cup of milk or heavy cream, followed by the 8 oz cream cheese, and then add 1 cup of water.
  2. Stir everything together and let it cook down until the sauce thickens, stirring occasionally.
  3. Remove the pan from heat and season with salt and cracked pepper to taste.
Combining
  1. Pour the beef and mushroom mixture over 4 cups of cooked pasta or egg noodles and mix thoroughly.
  2. Garnish with chopped green onions or cilantro and a sprinkle of grated parmesan.
  3. Serve immediately to enjoy the dish at its best.

Notes

For extra flavor, add dried herbs like thyme or parsley while cooking the mushrooms. For a lighter version, substitute cream cheese with Greek yogurt or low-fat cream cheese.