Homemade Beef Stroganoff
Ingredients
• 1½ lbs ground beef
• 1 package egg noodles
• 1 (16 oz) container sour cream
• 2 oz cream cheese
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1–2 tbsp Dijon mustard
• Worcestershire sauce (to taste — be generous)
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 bunch fresh Italian parsley, roughly chopped
• 1 box beef broth
• 1 packet onion soup mix
• 3 tbsp butter
• 3–4 tbsp flour
• Onion powder
• Garlic powder
• Salt & pepper
Instructions
1. Start by chopping the onion and parsley. Boil egg noodles according to package directions.
2. Brown the ground beef, then drain the grease.
3. In the same pot, cook the chopped onion until translucent.
4. Add the ground beef back in and season with onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
5. Add butter and let it melt, then stir in the flour and the onion soup packet. Cook for a few minutes to remove the raw flour taste.
6. Slowly add the beef broth — half at first, stir well, then add the rest.
7. Stir in the Dijon mustard, cream cheese, heavy cream, and Worcestershire sauce.
8. Once smooth, add the sour cream and season to taste with more salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
9. Add half of the chopped parsley and stir.
10. Mix in the cooked egg noodles and let everything simmer together for a minute.
Finish with the remaining parsley and serve. #stroganoff #easydinner #dinnerideas #pregnant #groundbeef
I have tried making this homemade beef stroganoff recipe several times, and it’s truly a crowd-pleaser in my house. Using ground beef keeps the dish affordable and quick, while the combination of sour cream, cream cheese, and heavy cream makes the sauce irresistibly creamy and smooth. One tip I learned is to be generous with Worcestershire sauce, as it really enhances the beefy flavor, adding depth and a slight tang that balances the richness. Chopping fresh Italian parsley and adding it gradually—some during cooking and some as a garnish—adds a fresh, bright note that lightens the dish. When cooking the onion until translucent before adding the beef back, it helps to build a flavorful base. Also, don’t skip letting the flour and butter mixture cook a bit before adding broth, as this prevents any raw flour taste and helps thicken the sauce beautifully. For cooking the egg noodles, make sure to follow the package instructions, but also test them a minute or two before to avoid overcooking since the stroganoff will simmer a bit longer with the noodles. This recipe also allows for some creative flexibility—if you want to add mushrooms or swap the cream cheese for ricotta, it works well with those additions. Overall, this quick and easy homemade stroganoff is perfect for weeknight dinners when you’re looking for something comforting yet simple to prepare. Using pantry staples like onion soup mix and Dijon mustard helps boost flavor without adding complexity. Give it a try, and you’ll see why it’s one of my go-to recipes for a cozy and satisfying meal.
