Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
1 lb

beef tenderloin

trimmed

0.5 cup

onion

chopped

1 cup

low-fat yogurt

6 oz

mushrooms

canned

1 can

beef broth

2.5 tbsp

flour

0.25 cup

butter or margarine

1 pinch

salt

1 pinch

pepper

freshly ground

1 unit

rice

cooked

Step 1
~4 min

Trim beef tenderloin and cut into strips.

Step 2
~4 min

Heat butter or margarine in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 3
~4 min

Brown the beef strips quickly in the hot butter.

Step 4
~4 min

Push the beef to one side of the skillet.

Step 5
~4 min

Add chopped onions and sliced mushrooms to the skillet.

Step 6
~4 min

Cook the onions and mushrooms until they are tender, but not brown.

Step 7
~4 min

Add beef broth to the skillet.

Step 8
~4 min

Heat the mixture to boiling.

Step 9
~4 min

In a separate bowl, blend yogurt with flour until smooth.

Step 10
~4 min

Stir the yogurt mixture into the boiling broth.

Step 11
~4 min

Cook until the sauce thickens.

Step 12
~4 min

Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Step 13
~4 min

Serve hot over rice.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a richer flavor, use a dry sherry or white wine when cooking the mushrooms and onions.

Add a dollop of sour cream or fresh parsley as a garnish.

Serve with egg noodles instead of rice for a traditional variation.

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 rice or egg noodles.

Serve with a side of steamed vegetables.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Green salad
Steamed asparagus

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Russia

Cultural Significance

A classic dish often served during special occasions.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Family gatherings
Holiday dinners

Occasion Tags

Dinner party
Family meal
Weeknight dinner

Popularity Score

75/100

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