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Easy Beef Stroganoff

Tender beef cubes simmered in a creamy sauce with onion, garlic, mustard and a touch of ketchup. Rich, comforting, and ready in one skillet for an easy weeknight dinner.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 480 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 | Large skillet |
  • 1 | Sharp knife |
  • 1 | cutting board |
  • 1 | Wooden spoon |
  • 1 | Measuring spoons |

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 | lb | beef | cut into cubes
  • 1 | | onion | chopped
  • 3 | cloves | garlic | minced
  • 2 | tbsp | oil |
  • 1 | tsp | salt |
  • ½ | tsp | black pepper |
  • 2 | tbsp | mustard |
  • 2 | tbsp | ketchup |
  • 1 | cup | heavy cream |
  • 2 | tbsp | chopped parsley |

Instructions
 

  • Cut the beef into even bite-sized cubes.
  • Heat oil and cook onion and garlic until soft.
  • Add beef cubes and sear on all sides until browned.
  • Season with salt and pepper.
  • Stir in mustard and ketchup until combined.
  • Pour in the heavy cream and stir until smooth.
  • Simmer until the beef is tender and the sauce thickens.
  • Stir in parsley and serve over mashed potatoes.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Reheat gently on the stove with a splash of cream.
Sirloin or stewing beef both work well.
Serve over noodles or rice if preferred.