Traditional Beef Stroganoff with Mushrooms and Sour Cream

Prep: 20 min6 servingsmedium
Traditional Beef Stroganoff with Mushrooms and Sour Cream

A classic comfort dish featuring tender strips of beef sirloin cooked in a rich, creamy sauce with mushrooms and onions. The beef is simmered in savory broth with Worcestershire sauce until tender, then finished with tangy sour cream for the signature stroganoff flavor. Perfect for family dinners or entertaining, this hearty meal is served over egg noodles and delivers the authentic taste that has made beef stroganoff a beloved dish for generations.

Ingredients

6 servings
  • 1 ½ pounds beef sirloin steak, 1/2 inch thick
    beef tenderloin1:1

    More tender cut

  • 8 ounces fresh mushrooms, sliced (2 1/2 cups)
  • 2 medium onions, thinly sliced
  • 1 clove garlic, finely chopped
  • ¼ cup butter
    olive oil1:1dairy-freedairy-free

    Different flavor profile

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  • 1 ½ cups Progresso Classic Beef Broth, from 1 carton
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • ¼ cup Gold Medal All Purpose Flour
  • 1 ½ cups sour cream
    Greek yogurt1:1dairy

    Tangier flavor, lower fat

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  • 3 cups hot cooked egg noodles
    rice1:1gluten-freeeggs-free

    Different texture

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Instructions

  1. 1

    Cut beef across grain into about 1 1/2x1/2-inch strips

  2. 2

    Cook mushrooms, onions and garlic in butter in 10-inch skillet over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until onions are tender; remove from skillet

  3. 3

    Cook beef in same skillet until brown

  4. 4

    Stir in 1 cup of the broth, the salt and Worcestershire sauce

  5. 5

    Heat to boiling; reduce heat

  6. 6

    Cover and simmer 15 minutes

  7. 7

    Stir remaining 1/2 cup broth into flour; stir into beef mixture

  8. 8

    Add onion mixture; heat to boiling, stirring constantly

  9. 9

    Boil and stir 1 minute

  10. 10

    Stir in sour cream; heat until hot (do not boil)

  11. 11

    Serve over noodles

Tips

Tip 1

Do not boil the sour cream to prevent curdling - heat just until hot

Tip 2

Cut beef against the grain for maximum tenderness

Tip 3

Remove mushroom mixture from skillet to prevent overcooking while beef browns

Good to Know

Storage

Refrigerate up to 3 days in airtight container

Make Ahead

Can prepare beef and vegetables 1 day ahead; combine and finish sauce day of serving

Serve With

Best served immediately over hot noodles

Common Mistakes

Watch

Do not boil after adding sour cream to avoid curdling

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Do not overcook beef to avoid toughness

Substitutions

Dairy-Free Swaps

sour cream
Greek yogurt1:1dairy

Tangier flavor, lower fat

Full guide →
butter
olive oil1:1dairy-freedairy-free

Different flavor profile

Full guide →

Gluten-Free Swaps

egg noodles
rice1:1gluten-freeeggs-free

Different texture

Full guide →

General Alternatives

beef sirloin steak
beef tenderloin1:1

More tender cut

Full guide →
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FAQ

Can I use a different cut of beef?

Yes, beef tenderloin or strip steak work well. Avoid tough cuts that need long braising.

What if I don't have egg noodles?

Rice, mashed potatoes, or pasta work as substitutes, though egg noodles are traditional.

How long does leftover stroganoff keep?

Refrigerate up to 3 days. Reheat gently to prevent sour cream from separating.