Description
A budget-friendly ground beef stroganoff featuring a unique flavor twist with sharp white cheddar and smoked paprika, perfect for a quick and satisfying weeknight meal ready in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
- 1.1 lbs lean ground beef
- 1 large yellow onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 8 oz cremini mushrooms, sliced
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 0.5 tsp dried thyme
- 1.5 cups beef broth
- 0.75 cup full-fat sour cream
- 2 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1.5 cups sharp white cheddar cheese, shredded
- 12 oz wide egg noodles
- 3 tbsp fresh chives, chopped
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp oil for cooking
Instructions
- Brown the Beef: Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook, breaking it apart, until browned thoroughly (6-8 minutes). Drain excess fat and remove the beef to a plate; set aside.
- Sauté Aromatics and Mushrooms: Reduce heat to medium. Add chopped onion to the skillet and cook until softened (about 5 minutes). Add sliced mushrooms and cook for 7-10 minutes until deep brown.
- Add Spices and Tomato Paste: Stir in minced garlic, tomato paste, smoked paprika, and dried thyme. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Simmer the Sauce Base: Pour in beef broth and scrape up browned bits from the skillet. Bring to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes to thicken slightly. Return the cooked ground beef to the skillet and combine.
- Prepare Noodles: Cook egg noodles in a separate pot according to package directions until al dente. Drain well.
- Finish with Sour Cream and Mustard: Remove the skillet from the heat. Stir in Dijon mustard and full-fat sour cream until fully combined and smooth.
- Melt the Cheese and Season: Gradually add shredded sharp white cheddar cheese, stirring until completely melted into the sauce. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve Immediately: Serve the stroganoff mixture over hot egg noodles, garnished with fresh chives.
Notes
To achieve the best results, use full-fat sour cream and ensure the skillet is removed from heat before adding it to prevent curdling. Shred cheese fresh from a block instead of using pre-shredded varieties, as pre-shredded cheese can create a gritty texture in the sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stove Top
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 670 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 16 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 33 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg