Beef Stroganoff From Cooks Illustrated Recipe

Creamy, dreamy Beef Stroganoff that's restaurant-quality but surprisingly easy to make at home! This recipe from Cooks Illustrated delivers tender beef in a rich, savory sauce, perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner or impressive special occasion. Get ready for a flavor explosion!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 80 mins
Calories 642.1 kcal
Protein 93g
Rating 4.0 (2 Reviews)
Beef Stroganoff From Cooks Illustrated

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Ingredients for Beef Stroganoff From Cooks Illustrated

  • Sirloin Steaks
  • Soy Sauce
  • White Mushroom
  • Hot Water
  • Dry Mustard
  • Sugar
  • Fresh Ground Black Pepper
  • Vegetable Oil
  • Onion
  • Table Salt
  • Tomato Paste
  • Unbleached All Purpose Flour
  • White Wine
  • Beef Broth
  • Sour Cream
  • Fresh Parsley Leaves

How to Make Beef Stroganoff From Cooks Illustrated

  1. Pat the beef pieces dry with paper towels and season generously with salt and pepper.
  2. In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Sear the beef in batches until browned on all sides. Remove from skillet and set aside.
  3. Add butter to the skillet and melt. Add onion and mushrooms and cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
  4. Sprinkle flour over the vegetables and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
  5. Gradually whisk in the beef broth, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
  6. Stir in the heavy cream, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and paprika.
  7. Bring the sauce to a simmer, then reduce heat to low and add the seared beef.
  8. Simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the beef is tender.
  9. Stir in parsley before serving over cooked egg noodles or wide pasta.
  10. Garnish with extra parsley and enjoy!

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Small additions can make a big impact! Try a sprinkle of fresh herbs, a dash of your favorite spice blend, or a squeeze of citrus just before serving to really enhance the flavors of your dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

21 g

Sugar

19g

Fat

84g

Carbs

4g