Beef Stroganoff with Ground Beef

Beef Stroganoff with Ground Beef. This recipe serves about 4-6 people.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb (450g) ground beef
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 small onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 8 oz (225g) mushrooms, sliced
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1 cup beef broth
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (optional for extra flavor)
• 1 cup sour cream
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
• Cooked egg noodles or rice, for serving

Instructions:

1. Cook the Ground Beef
   In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the ground beef, breaking it up with a spoon, and cook until browned. Drain any excess fat, if needed, and set the beef aside.

2. Sauté the Onion and Garlic
   In the same skillet, add the diced onion and cook until it becomes translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant.

3. Add the Mushrooms
   Add the sliced mushrooms to the skillet and cook until they are softened and browned, about 5-7 minutes. This step adds a great depth of flavor to the dish.

4. Make the Sauce
   Sprinkle the flour over the mushroom mixture, stirring to coat. Cook for about 1 minute, then gradually add the beef broth, stirring constantly until the sauce starts to thicken. Add Worcestershire sauce and mustard if using, and stir well.

5. Combine with Beef and Sour Cream
   Return the cooked ground beef to the skillet, mixing it into the sauce. Reduce the heat to low, and stir in the sour cream until the sauce is creamy and smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

6. Serve
   Serve the beef stroganoff over cooked egg noodles or rice, and garnish with fresh parsley.

Tips:

• If you prefer a thicker sauce, add an extra tablespoon of flour.
• Substitute Greek yogurt for sour cream for a tangier flavor and added protein.

Enjoy your comforting Beef Stroganoff!