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Slow Cooker Ground Beef Stroganoff

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Slow Cooker Ground Beef Stroganoff is a creamy, comforting meal that’s easy to prepare and full of rich flavors. Made with ground beef, mushrooms, and a velvety sauce, this dish is a budget-friendly twist on the classic stroganoff. Let the slow cooker do the work and serve it over egg noodles, rice, or mashed potatoes for a hearty family dinner.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 8 oz mushrooms, sliced
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 ½ cups beef broth
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
  • ¾ cup sour cream
  • 8 oz egg noodles (for serving)
  • Chopped parsley (for garnish)

Instructions

  • Brown the beef – In a skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef until browned. Drain excess grease if needed.
  • Add to slow cooker – Transfer beef to the slow cooker. Add onion, garlic, mushrooms, salt, pepper, Worcestershire sauce, paprika, and beef broth. Stir to combine.
  • Slow cook – Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours, until mushrooms are tender.
  • Thicken the sauce (optional) – Mix 1 tablespoon cornstarch with 2 tablespoons cold water, then stir into the slow cooker 30 minutes before serving if a thicker sauce is desired.
  • Stir in sour cream – Just before serving, add sour cream and stir until smooth. Let it warm through for a few minutes.
  • Cook the noodles – Prepare egg noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  • Serve and garnish – Serve stroganoff over egg noodles, garnished with chopped parsley. Enj

Notes

  • Use lean ground turkey or chicken for a lighter version.
  • Swap sour cream for Greek yogurt, crème fraîche, or heavy cream if needed.
  • Serve over gluten-free pasta, mashed potatoes, or rice for a gluten-free option.
  • For extra creaminess, stir in ¼ cup of cream cheese before serving.

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