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Classic Beef Stroganoff

Classic Beef Stroganoff
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Classic Beef Stroganoff is a creamy, comforting dish featuring tender sautéed beef strips in a luscious sour cream sauce with mushrooms and onions. Ready in under 30 minutes, it’s a quick and versatile meal perfect for serving over noodles, rice, or mashed potatoes, ideal for family dinners or special occasions.

Ingredients

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Beef and Protein

  • 1 lb beef sirloin or ribeye strips, thinly sliced against the grain

Vegetables

  • 8 oz fresh cremini or white mushrooms, sliced
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced

Sauce and Seasonings

  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt, to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Serving Base

  • Egg noodles or preferred base (rice, mashed potatoes)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Ingredients: Slice the beef into thin strips against the grain to ensure tenderness. Clean and slice mushrooms, dice onions, and mince garlic so everything is ready to cook smoothly.
  2. Sear the Beef: Heat a tablespoon of butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the beef strips in batches, ensuring they brown nicely but don’t stew, then remove and set aside.
  3. Sauté Vegetables: In the same pan, add a bit more butter if needed and toss in the onions, mushrooms, and garlic. Sauté until the onions become translucent and the mushrooms release their moisture and turn golden brown.
  4. Create the Sauce: Stir in a tablespoon of Dijon mustard and gradually pour in the beef broth, scraping any browned bits from the pan to intensify the flavor. Let the mixture simmer to reduce slightly.
  5. Combine Beef and Finish with Sour Cream: Return the browned beef to the skillet, allowing it to warm up. Remove the pan from heat and gently fold in the sour cream until the sauce is creamy and silky—avoid boiling now to keep the sour cream smooth.
  6. Season and Garnish: Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the top for a fresh, colorful finish.

Notes

  • Choose tender cuts like sirloin or ribeye to keep the beef juicy and tender.
  • Cook beef in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan and to achieve a nice sear.
  • Add sour cream only off the heat to prevent curdling and keep the sauce smooth.
  • Use fresh mushrooms for better texture and flavor compared to canned options.
  • Taste as you go and adjust salt, pepper, and mustard for your ideal balance.

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