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A Slow-Cooker Comfort Food Classic: Crock Pot Beef Stroganof

Beef Stroganoff is a classic dinner idea…one that I grew up eating. My recipe has evolved a little from what my mom’s version (which included ground beef and cream of mushroom soup), and it’s an easy family favorite. Made with sirloin steak, baby ‘Bella mushrooms, and a from-scratch sauce made with cream cheese, Worcestershire, and lots of other goodies, it’s a comfy-cozy dinner that the whole family loves. I serve mine over egg noodles (go the extra mile and make my Homemade Egg Noodles), but it’s equally good over rice, or even spooned across garlic bread. Yum!

A Slow-Cooker Comfort Food Classic: Crock Pot Beef StroganofWhat You’ll NeedHow to Make Crock Pot Beef StroganoffTips for SuccessServing SuggestionsHow to Store and Reheat Crock Pot Beef StroganoffGet the RecipeMore Easy Crock Pot Recipes

What You’ll Need

The ingredients list for this recipe might look a little bit long, but you’ll notice that many of the items are seasonings and spices, which are a snap to measure and add to your Crock Pot! The main ingredients come together easily as well, with hardly any prep.

Steak: Trim away any excess fat and cut the steak into cubes.Mushrooms: I love baby bellas in this recipe, but button mushrooms are also fine. Wash them and quarter them before using. Smaller mushrooms can be halved or left whole.Onion: Slice the onion, or if you have picky eaters who don’t like to know they’re eating onions (real talk, mom to mom), finely mince them.Garlic: I like to use fresh minced garlic, but garlic powder also works well in this recipe. Salt and PepperWorcestershire Sauce: This helps give the sauce that “stroganoff” taste! It’s tangy, salty, and full of umami richness.Dijon Mustard: Another key component to that classic stroganoff taste.Beef Stock: Homemade or store-bought is totally fine. Parsley: I use dried parsley and plenty of it, but you can chop up fresh parsley if you prefer!Cornstarch: I find that a little bit of cornstarch really helps get the sauce satisfyingly thick. You can leave it out if you would rather not use it, though!Water: For mixing with the cornstarch to make a slurry.Sour Cream and Cream Cheese: I use both in my stroganoff, for the perfect balance of brightness and richness. Egg Noodles: Curly egg noodles are one of our favorite accompaniments to beef stroganoff. Spaetzle is also great!

What is the best cut of meat to use for crock pot beef stroganoff?

That depends! In general, tender cuts of steak are recommended, and I personally use sirloin steak. However, since the steak will be simmering in the Crock Pot, you could use a tougher cut of beef as well, such as a chuck steak or round steak. The long simmer time will give it a chance to tenderize.

How to Make Crock Pot Beef Stroganoff

This recipe starts out in the slow cooker and stays in the slow cooker. That’s how easy it is. No browning, no pre-cooking, nothing! Let’s take a closer look at the process:

Tips for Success

While this recipe is really easy as-is, I do have a couple of quick tips to share. Here are a few helpful hints to make the best beef stroganoff ever:

Serve the Noodles Separately: If you don’t want to stir the noodles directly into the stroganoff, you can spoon 1 ½ cups of the stroganoff gravy into the noodles to coat, and then spoon the meat on top to serve. This is a good idea if you have a lot of stroganoff and want to keep leftovers in the fridge. Noodles stored in the stroganoff tend to get mushy.Add Shallots: For a special twist, try using a minced shallot instead of the sliced onion. The subtle yet pungent flavor adds a lot to this creamy main course!Brown the Steak: If you happen to have a little extra time, browning the steak before you add it to the Crock Pot is a great idea. Bonus points for deglazing the pan with the beef broth! But again, if you just need to get dinner started, feel free to skip this step!

Serving Suggestions

What should you serve with beef stroganoff? I like to serve simple sides that work well with the savory taste of the sauce and hearty beef. Here are some easy side dish ideas you can make any time!

Salad: Any green salad will go perfectly with beef stroganoff, from a simple iceberg wedge to a garden salad with tomatoes, cucumbers, and radishes. Try this easy Homemade Ranch Dressing with your salad for a tangy blast of flavor!Garlic Bread: My kids love a piece of garlicky, buttery bread with dinner—and so do I! To take things up a notch, make this scrumptious Cheese Stuffed Garlic Pull-Apart Bread instead of regular slices!Mashed Potatoes: If you’re one of the busy moms rocking not one, but TWO Crockpots, try making these awesome Crockpot Mashed Potatoes instead of the egg noodles! You can let them slowly cook right alongside the beef, no stovetop needed.

How to Store and Reheat Crock Pot Beef Stroganoff

To refrigerate leftover stroganoff, store in an airtight container and keep in the fridge for up to 3 days. To freeze leftovers, place in freezer bags and store in the freezer for up to three months.