Classic Beef Stroganoff is the ultimate comfort-food supper—rich, creamy, and utterly satisfying. Succulent beef strips and earthy mushrooms bathe in a velvety sour-cream gravy, then nestle atop silky egg noodles. Years of recipe testing have taught me that the keys to success are searing the meat properly and tempering the sour cream so it never splits. Follow these steps for a homestyle dinner that feels both nostalgic and indulgent.

Ingredients

• 1 lb beef sirloin or tenderloin, thinly sliced against the grain

• Salt and freshly ground black pepper

• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour, divided

• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided

• 1 tablespoon olive oil

• 1 medium onion, thinly sliced

• 8 oz cremini mushrooms, sliced

• 2 garlic cloves, minced

• 1 cup low-sodium beef broth

• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

• ¾ cup sour cream, room temperature

• 12 oz egg noodles, cooked per package

• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Preparation Steps

1. Prep the beef.

   • Season beef with salt and pepper; toss with 1 tbsp flour to coat evenly.

2. Sear the beef.

   • In a large skillet over medium-high heat, melt 1 tbsp butter with oil.

   • Add beef in batches, searing 1–2 minutes per side until browned but not fully cooked. Remove to a plate.

3. Cook the vegetables.

   • Reduce heat to medium. Melt remaining butter. Add onion; cook until soft (4 minutes).

   • Add mushrooms; sauté until browned. Stir in garlic; cook 30 seconds.

4. Build the sauce.

   • Sprinkle remaining flour over veggies; stir 1 minute.

   • Gradually whisk in beef broth and Worcestershire sauce. Bring to a simmer until thickened.

5. Finish the stroganoff.

   • Return beef and any juices to the pan. Stir to warm through (2 minutes).

   • Remove from heat. Stir in sour cream until silky—do not boil.

6. Serve.

   • Pile egg noodles onto plates. Spoon stroganoff over top and garnish with parsley.

Chef’s Tips

• Don’t overcook: Beef should be medium for ideal tenderness.

• Cream consistency: Use full-fat sour cream and fold in off-heat to prevent curdling.

• Accompaniments: Serve with steamed green beans or a crisp Caesar salad.

This beef stroganoff is the pinnacle of home-cooked comfort—luxurious sauce, tender beef, and buttery noodles all in one satisfying plate.