Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
2 lb

boneless chuck roast

cut into 1 inch cubes

2 unit

onions

chopped

3 tbsp

butter

8 unit

tomato sauce

2 tsp

sugar

2 tsp

paprika

2 tsp

Worcestershire sauce

1.5 tsp

salt

1.5 tsp

caraway seeds

1 tsp

dill weed

0.25 tsp

pepper

0.13 tsp

garlic powder

1 cup

sour cream

1 unit

noodles

hot cooked

Step 1
~10 min

Cut the chuck roast into 1-inch cubes.

Step 2
~10 min

Chop the onions.

Step 3
~10 min

In a large saucepan or Dutch oven, melt butter over medium heat.

Step 4
~10 min

Add beef and onions to the saucepan.

Step 5
~10 min

Cook until the meat is browned.

Step 6
~10 min

Add tomato sauce, sugar, paprika, Worcestershire sauce, salt, caraway seeds, dill weed, pepper, and garlic powder to the saucepan.

Step 7
~10 min

Bring the mixture to a boil.

Step 8
~10 min

Reduce heat to low.

Step 9
~10 min

Cover and simmer for 1 3/4 hours, or until meat is tender.

Step 10
~10 min

Remove from the heat.

Step 11
~10 min

Stir in sour cream.

Step 12
~10 min

Serve hot over cooked noodles.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For extra flavor, sear the beef before browning.

Add a bay leaf to the sauce during simmering for added depth.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made 1-2 days in advance; flavors improve with time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

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

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side of crusty bread.

Pair with a green salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Green salad
Crusty bread

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Eastern Europe

Cultural Significance

Comfort food often served during holidays or special occasions.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
Easter

Occasion Tags

Family dinner
Holiday meal
Weeknight dinner

Popularity Score

70/100

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