This creamy Dutch Oven Beef Stroganoff may have Russian roots, but it’s got Southern soul! Made with tender leftover steak and a rich, tangy gravy, it’s a down-home, one-pot comfort meal that’s ready in just 30 minutes.
Dutch oven with lid a large, deep skillet with a lid can also be used
Ingredients
8ouncesegg noodles
8ouncesleftover steakcut into slices or cubes
2tablespoonsolive oil
2tablespoonsunsalted butter
½medium onionfinely chopped
16ouncesmushroomsthickly sliced, you can use button, cremini, or baby bellas
1garlic cloveminced
1tablespoonall-purpose flour
1teaspoonroasted beef baseI use Better than Bouillon
1cupwater
¾cupheavy whipping cream
¼cupsour cream
1tablespoonWorcestershire sauce
½teaspoonDijon mustard
½teaspoonkosher salt
¼teaspoonground black pepper
Optional: chopped chives or parsley for garnish
Instructions
Cook egg noodles according to package directions and drain.
While the egg noodles are cooking, place a Dutch Oven or a large 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat on the stove. Add two tablespoons of butter and olive oil, the mushrooms and onions. Sauté for 8-10 minutes, or until all the liquid has evaporated and the onions and mushrooms are tender and cooked through. Stir occasionally.
Add one minced garlic clove and cook for one minute. Add one tablespoon of flour and cook another minute, stirring constantly.
Mix one cup of water with the beef base and add it to the pan. Then, add ¾ cup of whipping cream and simmer for another 1-2 minutes, or until the mixture has thickened slightly.
To temper the sour cream and prevent it from curdling, add a few tablespoons of the mixture to it first. Then incorporate it into the stroganoff sauce and stir or whisk until well blended.
Add one tablespoon Worcestershire sauce, ½ teaspoon Dijon mustard, and season with salt and pepper. Add the leftover steak and bring to a simmer or until the steak is heated through.
Serve immediately over cooked egg noodles and garnish with parsley or chopped chives if desired.
Notes
Don’t skip the sauté: Take time to brown the mushrooms and cook off their liquid; it builds flavor.
Temper your sour cream: This one little step saves you from a lumpy mess.
Use flavorful broth: Better Than Bouillon adds richness you just won’t get from a boxed stock.
Don’t overcook the steak: You’re just warming it enough to keep it tender.
To store leftovers, cool them and refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
To reheat leftovers, warm gently on the stove over low heat or microwave in short bursts, stirring between each burst.
Pro tip: Add a splash of cream or broth to loosen up the sauce if it thickens too much in the fridge.