Crockpot Beef Stroganoff
This Crockpot Beef Stroganoff is a heartwarming comfort food classic, featuring tender beef, earthy mushrooms, and a creamy sauce cooked to perfection in a slow cooker.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 pounds beef stew meat (chuck roast works well too)
- 1 medium onion, chopped (for that sweet aromatic base)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced (because you can never have too much garlic)
- 8 ounces mushrooms, sliced (for an earthy depth, you can substitute with cremini)
- 3 cups beef broth (homemade or store-bought)
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce (adds a savory punch)
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme (a sprinkle of this will transport you)
- to taste Salt and pepper
- 1 cup sour cream (creamy goodness)
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (to thicken the sauce)
- to taste Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
Preparation
- Start by chopping your onions and garlic, and slicing the mushrooms.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add a bit of oil and sear the beef until browned on all sides (2-3 minutes per side). This step is optional.
- Add the beef, onions, garlic, mushrooms, beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, salt, and pepper into the Crockpot. Stir well to combine.
Cooking
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
- About 30 minutes before serving, mix the sour cream and flour in a small bowl, then stir it into the Crockpot, allowing it to simmer.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve.
Notes
You can swap sour cream for Greek yogurt for a lighter version, and feel free to add seasonal ingredients like cranberries or pecans for a festive touch. Serve over egg noodles or mashed potatoes.