Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
1.5 lb

beef stew meat

cut into bite-sized pieces

1 pinch

salt

to taste

1 pinch

pepper

to taste

1 unit

onion

chopped

1 can

chicken broth

1 can

cream of mushroom soup

2 tbsp

flour

for coating

Step 1
~10 min

Coat beef stew meat with flour.

Step 2
~10 min

Brown the floured beef with chopped onion in a small amount of oil.

Step 3
~10 min

Season the beef and onions with salt and pepper.

Step 4
~10 min

Add chicken broth and cream of mushroom soup to the browned beef and onions.

Step 5
~10 min

Simmer the mixture for 30 minutes, or until the beef is tender and the sauce has thickened.

Step 6
~10 min

Serve the Beef Stroganoff hot over rice, noodles, or mashed potatoes.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add a dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt before serving for extra tang.

Use a good quality beef broth for the best flavor.

Thicken the sauce with a cornstarch slurry if needed.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made ahead and reheated.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve over egg noodles, rice, or mashed potatoes.

Serve with a side of steamed vegetables or a green salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Steamed green beans
Buttered noodles
Mashed Potatoes

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Russia

Cultural Significance

A popular dish in Russian cuisine, often served at celebrations.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Family dinner
Weeknight meal
Comfort food occasion

Popularity Score

65/100

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