Creamy Egg Noodles with Ground Beef is a family favorite weeknight comfort food recipe with a rich stroganoff sauce that can be made in under 30 minutes
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the noodles and cook according to package directions for al dente.
12 ounces egg noodles
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
1 tablespoon olive oil
Cook the chopped onion and minced garlic for 2-3 minutes until soft, then add the ground beef and spices. Drain off any excess fat, leaving up to a tablespoon of fat in the pan.
½ cup diced onion, 3 garlic cloves, 1 pound ground beef, 1 teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon black pepper, ½ teaspoon paprika
Cook for 4-5 minutes, or until the meat is no longer pink. Sprinkle the flour over the top of the meat and cook while stirring for 1 minute.
3 tablespoons flour
Gradually add the beef broth, while stirring and bring to a simmer, then cook for 5 minutes.
2 cups beef broth
Remove the meat sauce from the heat and stir in the sour cream. Add the noodles and serve immediately. If desired, top with chopped parsley.
1 cup sour cream
Notes
One-Pot Version: Cook the noodles right in the sauce! Add an extra cup of beef broth (the noodles will absorb the liquid), stir in the noodles, and cook for 11-15 minutes or until tender.Add-Ins: Saute one cup of sliced mushrooms with the onions, or add a cup of frozen mixed vegetables, ½ cup of shredded cheese, or ¼ cup of red wine for extra flavor. Reheating: Store leftovers in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. The noodles will have absorbed most of the moisture, so add a splash of beef broth and reheat in the microwave or over medium heat on the stove.