Delicious Ground Beef Stroganoff is a budget-friendly weeknight dinner that can be made in 30 minutes.
Featuring egg noodles, ground beef, and a creamy sauce seasoned with garlic, onion, and sour cream, this recipe is a comfort food classic the whole family will love!
Original Recipe August 2020 | Updated March 2024
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Growing up, I always loved beef stroganoff, the kind that is cooked low and slow and makes the whole house smell delicious. This recipe is a great way to enjoy the flavors of stroganoff without having to wait for a long time.
In my mid-twenties, I ate a lot of hamburger helper stroganoff, but as I got older, processed foods didn't appeal to me, so I came up with a homemade hamburger helper beef stroganoff. You'll love this easy version, you can feel good about serving.
Why you'll love this recipe
- Quick and easy: This recipe is made in under 30 minutes with simple pantry ingredients, perfect for busy weeknights.
- Homemade sauce: Homemade stroganoff allows you to control the amount of sodium and preservatives in your dish. You can use low-sodium broth and lean ground beef, making it a healthier choice than the can of cream of mushroom soup version.
- Homemade comfort food: There's something incredibly satisfying about preparing a classic comfort food dish from scratch.
- Ground beef stroganoff with no mushrooms: If you aren't a fan of mushrooms, you'll love that there are none in the recipe. The recipe was created with picky eaters in mind!
Ingredients
- Ground Beef - Ground turkey is a good substitute.
- Egg Noodles - Any noodle will work, but egg noodles are traditional.
- Butter - Salted or unsalted
- Flour
- Beef Broth - Add a teaspoon of beef base for extra beefy flavor.
- Milk
- Sour Cream
- Spices - Salt, Black Pepper, Garlic Powder, and Onion Powder
- Optional: Garnish with fresh parsley.
Kitchen supplies to make hamburger stroganoff
How to make easy stroganoff with ground beef
Step 1: Cook the egg noodles for 2 minutes less than the package directions. Do not rinse pasta.
Step 2: In a large skillet, brown one pound of ground beef until all the pink is removed, drain excess grease as needed, and set aside.
Step 3: In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour and stir constantly for about 2 minutes. Don't skip this step; just two minutes to ensure the flour taste disappears. For tips on making all kinds of different sauces, check out my blog post How to Make Bechamel Sauce.
Step 4: Add beef broth to the paste and whisk continuously to remove any lumps. Continue to stir until the sauce begins to thicken. Slowly whisk in milk and simmer over medium heat until the sauce thickens again.
Step 5: Add salt, pepper, onion, and garlic powder to the sauce.
Step 6: Reduce heat to low and add cooked ground beef and cooked noodles.
Step 7: Remove from heat and stir in sour cream.
Step 8: Serve immediately.
Recipe tips
Use lean ground beef: Because this recipe has a creamy sauce, I use lean ground beef and don't usually have to drain any grease from the pan. If you use ground beef with a higher fat content, strain off the fat before adding more ingredients.
Pasta: Any pasta will work with this recipe, but do not use more than 6 ounces, or there will not be enough liquid to coat the noodles. My preference is wide egg noodles.
Sour Cream: This recipe calls for either full-fat or light sour cream. Greek yogurt can be substituted for the sour cream.
Mushrooms: This recipe does not call for mushrooms, but they would be a delicious addition. You should add no more than ½ cup of fresh mushrooms. White button mushrooms or cremini mushrooms are great options. I don't recommend canned mushrooms.
Recipe variations
Worcestershire sauce - My mother-in-law always adds a bit to her stroganoff. Start with one teaspoon.
Leftover Pork Tenderloin Stroganoff - Not sure what to do with leftover pork? Check out the perfect solution.
Vegetarian Stroganoff - Skip the meat altogether and make a vegetarian version of stroganoff using mushrooms or a meat substitute like tofu. Portobello mushrooms or a mix of wild mushrooms add a rich, earthy flavor to the dish.
Ground Turkey Stroganoff - For a lighter version of the classic dish, substitute ground turkey for beef. Turkey stroganoff is equally flavorful and pairs well with the creamy sauce and mushrooms.
Chicken Stroganoff Recipe - Switch things up by using ground chicken instead of beef. Ground chicken stroganoff is lighter in flavor but still deliciously creamy and satisfying.
Storage
Fridge: Once the ground beef stroganoff is at room temperature, store it in an airtight container for 3-4 days.
Reheat the next day in the microwave in 30-second increments until this easy dinner recipe is warmed through.
Can you freeze beef stroganoff?
This ground beef version of a traditional beef stroganoff is good in the freezer for up to three months. Store in an airtight container and slow thaw in the fridge before warming in the microwave. I often add a touch of milk to bring the stroganoff sauce back to life.
What to serve with an easy ground beef stroganoff recipe
Here are some of my favorite recipes to serve with hamburger beef stroganoff:
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