Indulge in the heartwarming classic of Poor Man's Stroganoff, a delightful and budget-friendly meal that offers a rich, creamy sauce brimming with juicy ground beef, earthy mushrooms, and tender egg noodles. This versatile dish can be easily customized to suit your taste preferences, with options for using different types of mushrooms, vegetables, and even different types of noodles. Whether you're a seasoned home cook or just starting out, this easy-to-follow recipe guide will provide you with step-by-step instructions to create a comforting and flavorful Poor Man's Stroganoff that will satisfy the whole family. Explore variations such as the classic beef stroganoff, a vegetarian version with meatless crumbles, and a gluten-free option using rice noodles. Discover how to make a creamy mushroom sauce from scratch, along with tips for achieving the perfect consistency and flavor balance. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with this economical yet delicious dish that's sure to become a weeknight favorite.
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POOR MAN'S STROGANOFF
Make and share this Poor Man's Stroganoff recipe from Food.com.
Provided by swirlycinnacakes
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 35m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a 10-inch skillet with lid, brown hamburger and add garlic salt.
- Poor noodles on top. Do not mix.
- Mix sauce and tomato juice; pour over noodles.
- Cover and simmer until noodles are soft, about 30 minutes.
- After noodles are soft, stir and remove from heat.
- Serve hot.
POOR MAN'S STROGANOFF
My Mom used to make this when we had hamburger to use up and wanted something different. This also doubles easily.
Provided by Dorthy Erlandson
Categories Beef
Time 40m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- 1. Brown ground beef with onion and mushrooms. Cook until beef is no longer pink and onions are translucent.
- 2. Add the can of cream of mushroom soup. I usually let this simmer on low heat until the noodles are ready.
- 3. Just before serving add the sour cream. Heat for about 5 min and add salt and pepper to taste. Spoon over cooked noodles.
- 4. If you want it on the thinner side add about 1/4 cup of beef broth or milk.
- 5. ****Note, this is also good served over rice or mashed potatoes. Make enough for 4 servings****
POOR MAN'S STROGANOFF
I got this recipe from my sister many years ago. It was an old stand by at that time because I was a lot younger and ground beef was really cheap. I hope you enjoy it.
Provided by Dorothy Curtis
Categories Beef
Time 20m
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- 1. Brown ground beef in margarine. Add salt and pepper.
- 2. When cooked sprinkle flour over ground beef and mix. Add water slowly and stir and boil until thickened. Add dry soup mix and stir.
- 3. Stir in sour cream and cook until hot. Serve over rice or noodles. Sprinkle on chopped parsley.
POORMAN'S STROGANOFF
One of those recipes that you usually have the ingredients on hand. Very good for drop in company prepared to serve with a salad and crusty bread. I noticed you only had one recipe of this title. This recipe calls for more ingredients than that one. A friend gave me this recipe in 1987. He stated that the first time he entertained the woman who would become his wife, this is what he prepared. Romantic!
Provided by Judith J.
Categories Macaroni And Cheese
Time 1h
Yield 4-5 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Cook and drain the noodles and place is butter 9x13" casserole.
- saute onion and mushrooms in the butter or margarine, remove from skillet and brown the ground beef. Drain beef and return to pan with onions and mushrooms. add tomato sauce and beef broth and simmer to reduce somewhat. Sprinkle in the flour and blend. Salt and pepper to taste. Simmer about 10 minutes while shredding cheese. Fold in the sour cream and pour mixture over the noodles. Sprinkle with the cheese and bake for 25-30 minutes in a 375 degree oven.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1008.6, Fat 67.1, SaturatedFat 36.2, Cholesterol 259.4, Sodium 1106.3, Carbohydrate 53.2, Fiber 3.7, Sugar 9.8, Protein 48.9
POOR MAN'S STROGANOFF
This is a recipe I came up with when I was helping to raise 6 kids. Every penny counted. You can add onions if desired.
Provided by Richard Daggett
Categories 100+ Pasta and Noodle Recipes Noodle Recipes
Time 30m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook egg noodles in the boiling water, stirring occasionally, until cooked through but firm to the bite, about 5 minutes; drain.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir beef in the hot skillet until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes; drain and discard grease. Season beef with Greek seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Heat vegetable oil in a separate skillet over medium heat. Cook and stir mushrooms in hot oil until tender, about 5 minutes; add to ground beef.
- Stir sour cream into ground beef mixture; cook and stir until hot, about 5 minutes. Serve over egg noodles.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 810.4 calories, Carbohydrate 68.8 g, Cholesterol 192.1 mg, Fat 43.1 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 38.2 g, SaturatedFat 21.6 g, Sodium 268.1 mg, Sugar 3.6 g
POOR MAN'S BEEF STROGANOFF
Quick, easy, and delicious this beef stroganoff recipe needs to be on your dinner menu rotation. The sauce is creamy and yummy. Ground meat is a great economical substitute for this dish. We served it over egg noodles and it was hearty and yummy... great comfort food dinner.
Provided by Erica Wiley
Categories Beef
Time 40m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- 1. Saute beef, onions, garlic, and mushrooms together in a little oil until beef is browned and onions are transparent.
- 2. Add can of soup and a little water if necessary (fill 1/2 of the soup can with water); cover.
- 3. Cook for 5 minutes. Add salt and pepper. Then sour cream.
- 4. Heat till the mixture bubbles slightly but do not over heat after cream as been added.
- 5. Serve immediately over rice, noodles or mashed potatoes.
Tips:
- Use a large skillet or Dutch oven to ensure that there is enough space for the ingredients to cook evenly.
- Cook the beef in batches if necessary to prevent overcrowding the pan and ensure that it browns properly.
- Add the mushrooms and onions to the pan and cook until they are softened and browned.
- Stir in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes to create a roux.
- Gradually whisk in the beef broth and milk until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Bring to a simmer and cook for 15-20 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened.
- Season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder to taste.
- Serve over egg noodles or rice.
Conclusion:
Poor man's stroganoff is a hearty and flavorful dish that is easy to make and budget-friendly. With a few simple ingredients, you can create a delicious meal that the whole family will enjoy. This recipe is a great way to use up leftover beef or ground beef, and it is also a great option for a quick and easy weeknight meal. So next time you are looking for a satisfying and affordable meal, give poor man's stroganoff a try.
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