Crock Pot Beef Stroganoff

This Crock Pot Beef Stroganoff by Betty Crocker is a creamy and savory recipe, which uses beef sirloin and cream cheese. It’s a classic, foolproof recipe, ready in about 6 hours and 15 minutes.

Crock Pot Beef Stroganoff Ingredients

• 1/4 cup butter
• 2 lb boneless beef sirloin steak, cut into 3×1/2×1/4-inch strips
• 1 cup chopped onion
• 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
• 1 can (10.5 oz) condensed golden mushroom or cream of mushroom soup
• 1 carton (8 oz) sliced fresh mushrooms
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 4 oz cream cheese, cubed (from 8-oz package)
• 1 container (8 oz) sour cream
• 6 cups hot cooked egg noodles

How To Make Crock Pot Beef Stroganoff

1. Brown the beef: In a 12-inch skillet, melt butter over medium-high heat. Add beef strips, onion, and garlic. Cook for 7 to 9 minutes, stirring occasionally, until beef is browned.
2. Transfer to slow cooker: Place the beef mixture into a 3 1/2- to 4 1/2-quart slow cooker.
3. Add soup and mushrooms: Mix in the condensed soup, fresh mushrooms, salt, and pepper.
4. Cook low and slow: Cover and cook on low heat setting for 5 to 6 hours or until beef is tender.
5. Finish with cream: Stir in cubed cream cheese until melted. Then stir in sour cream until fully blended.
6. Serve: Spoon over hot cooked egg noodles and serve immediately.

Recipe Tips

• Can I use a different cut of beef?
  Yes, stew meat or chuck roast can work, but sirloin gives a more tender result.
• What type of mushroom soup works best?
  Golden mushroom gives a deeper flavor, but cream of mushroom offers a classic creamy texture.
• Can I make this ahead of time?
  Yes, prepare the beef mixture in advance and store in the fridge. Add cream cheese and sour cream just before serving.
• How to avoid curdling:
  Make sure to add the sour cream at the end after the heat is reduced to avoid curdling.
• Can I use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream?
  Yes, but it may alter the flavor slightly and should be stirred in at the end like sour cream.

What To Serve With Beef Stroganoff

Beef Stroganoff pairs well with comforting sides such as:

• Steamed green beans
• Roasted broccoli
• Garlic bread
• Side salad with vinaigrette
• Buttery mashed potatoes (as an alternative to noodles)

How To Store Beef Stroganoff

Refrigerate: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Freeze: Freeze the beef mixture (without noodles) in a sealed container for up to 2 months. Reheat gently and stir in sour cream before serving.

Beef Stroganoff Nutrition Facts

• Calories: 500
• Total Fat: 23g
• Protein: 33g
• Total Carbohydrate: 40g
• Sugars: 4g

Nutrition information is estimated and may vary based on ingredients and cooking methods used.

FAQs

Can I cook this on high instead of low?
Yes, but reduce the cook time to 2.5 to 3 hours on high.

Why is my sauce too thin?
Try simmering the sauce uncovered briefly or adding a cornstarch slurry at the end.

Can I skip the mushrooms?
Yes, though they add depth, you can omit them or use canned if needed.

Is cream cheese necessary?
It adds richness and thickness, but you can substitute with more sour cream or heavy cream if preferred.

What noodles work best?
Egg noodles are traditional, but you can also use fettuccine, rotini, or rice.

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• Crock Pot Beef Stew With Tapioca
• Crock Pot Beef Stew With Sweet Potatoes
• Crock Pot Beef Stew With Seasoning Packet