Easy Ground Beef Stroganoff (Printable Format)

Tender ground beef, egg noodles, and rich creamy sauce for a hearty, easy meal perfect for weeknights.

# Needed Ingredients:

→ Main Components

01 - 1 pound ground beef
02 - 2 cups uncooked egg noodles
03 - 1 1/4 cups whole milk
04 - 1 cup chicken broth
05 - 1/4 cup sour cream
06 - 1/4 cup unsalted butter
07 - 1/4 cup all-purpose flour

→ Seasonings

08 - 3/4 teaspoon salt
09 - 1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper
10 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
11 - 1/2 teaspoon onion powder

# Preparation Steps:

01 - Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add egg noodles and cook until tender according to package directions, approximately 8 to 10 minutes. Drain well and set aside.
02 - Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook, breaking into crumbles, until browned and fully cooked, about 6 to 8 minutes. Drain excess fat and transfer beef to a separate plate.
03 - In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook, stirring constantly, for about 2 minutes until a smooth roux forms without browning.
04 - Gradually pour in chicken broth while whisking continuously to prevent lumps. Cook until the mixture thickens, 3 to 4 minutes. Slowly add milk, whisking constantly, and continue to cook until the sauce is thick and creamy, about 5 to 7 minutes.
05 - Add garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper to the sauce. Whisk to combine evenly.
06 - Reduce heat to low. Return cooked noodles and browned beef to the skillet. Stir gently to fully incorporate all components and heat through.
07 - Fold sour cream into the mixture just until the sauce becomes rich and creamy. Do not allow to boil once sour cream has been added.
08 - Serve hot, optionally accompanied by steamed vegetables or toasted bread.

# Supplementary Details:

01 - For smoother sauce, ensure constant whisking while adding liquids. Use full-fat dairy for best texture.