Easy Ground Beef Stroganoff

Ingredients:

• 1 lb ground beef

• 1 medium onion, finely chopped

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 tablespoon olive oil

• 1 cup beef broth

• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

• 1/2 teaspoon paprika

• 1 cup sour cream

• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

• Salt and pepper to taste

• 8 oz egg noodles (or pasta of choice)

• Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Instructions:

1. Cook the pasta:

   • Cook the egg noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.

2. Brown the ground beef:

   • In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a spatula, until browned and fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess fat.

3. Sauté the onions and garlic:

   • Add the chopped onion to the skillet with the cooked beef and sauté for about 2-3 minutes until the onions are softened.

   • Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute, stirring constantly.

4. Create the sauce:

   • Sprinkle the flour over the beef mixture and stir well to coat. This will help thicken the sauce.

   • Gradually pour in the beef broth while stirring, ensuring there are no lumps. Add the Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, and paprika. Stir to combine.

   • Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it cook for about 5 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened.

5. Finish the stroganoff

   • Reduce the heat to low and stir in the sour cream until fully incorporated. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, until heated through. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

6. Serve:

   • Serve the beef stroganoff over the cooked egg noodles. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired.

   • Serves 4