Ground Beef Stroganoff

Ground Beef Stroganoff

from anorganizedchaos.com
34 min
6 servings

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Ingredients

  • 6 oz egg noodles
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • ¼ cup butter
  • ¼ cup flour
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1 ¼ cup milk
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ¾ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ cup sour cream

Directions

  1. 1

    Cook the Noodles: Bring a pot of water to a boil, then cook the egg noodles according to package directions. Drain and set aside.

  2. 2

    Cook the Beef: While the noodles cook, heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef, breaking it up as it cooks. Cook for 6-8 minutes until browned with no pink remaining. Drain any excess fat, then transfer the beef to a plate and set aside.

  3. 3

    Make the Roux: In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Sprinkle in the flour, whisking continuously for about 2 minutes to create a smooth roux.

  4. 4

    Create the Sauce: Gradually whisk in the beef broth, stirring to avoid lumps. Continue to whisk for 3-4 minutes until the sauce starts to thicken.

  5. 5

    Add Milk: Slowly pour in the milk, stirring over medium heat until the sauce thickens again, about 5-7 minutes, until smooth and creamy.

  6. 6

    Season the Sauce: Stir in the garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and salt, mixing well to distribute the flavors.

  7. 7

    Combine Everything: Reduce the heat to low, add the cooked noodles and ground beef back into the skillet, and stir until fully combined and heated through.

  8. 8

    Finish with Sour Cream: Gently stir in the sour cream until the sauce is creamy and smooth with a hint of tang.

  9. 9

    Serve: Enjoy this comforting dish hot, with a side of vegetables or a slice of garlic toast for a complete meal.