Description
Savor ground beef creamy delight, a comforting classic that marries rich, tender meat with velvety sauce. Hearty flavors blend seamlessly, promising a satisfying meal that will make you crave seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Protein:
- 1 pound (1 lb) lean ground beef
Vegetables:
- ½ medium onion, diced
- 1 pound (1 lb) mushrooms, sliced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
Liquids and Seasonings:
- 1 tablespoon (1 Tbsp) olive oil
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 cup whipping cream
- ⅓ cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon (1 Tbsp) Worcestershire sauce
- ½ teaspoon (½ tsp) salt, adjust to taste
- ½ teaspoon (½ tsp) ground black pepper, adjust to taste
- 2 tablespoons (2 Tbsp) all-purpose flour
Instructions
- Heat a robust, deep skillet over medium-high temperature, drizzling olive oil to coat the bottom. Crumble ground beef into the pan, methodically breaking it into uniform, small pieces while cooking.
- When beef is partially browned, introduce diced onions and minced garlic. Sauté the mixture, stirring consistently until onions become translucent and develop a golden hue.
- Slide sliced mushrooms into the skillet, allowing them to soften and release their natural moisture. Cook for approximately 5 minutes, watching the liquid evaporate and intensify the dish’s flavor profile.
- Dust the meat mixture with flour, carefully stirring to prevent clumping. This will help thicken the upcoming sauce and create a smooth texture.
- Stream beef broth and whipping cream into the pan, followed by Worcestershire sauce. Season with salt and black pepper, whisking continuously to integrate all components seamlessly.
- Reduce heat and allow the mixture to simmer gently, letting flavors meld and sauce thicken. The liquid should reduce and develop a rich, creamy consistency.
- Remove skillet from heat and gently fold in sour cream, ensuring it blends smoothly without curdling. Taste and adjust seasonings, adding more salt or pepper as needed for a perfectly balanced dish.
Notes
- Quick and hearty one-pan meal that transforms simple ground beef into a creamy, luxurious dinner.
- Mushrooms and caramelized onions add deep, rich umami flavor to the classic beef base.
- Perfectly balanced sauce combines beef broth, whipping cream, and tangy sour cream for maximum taste complexity.
- Worcestershire sauce provides a subtle, savory depth that elevates the entire dish’s flavor profile.
- Ideal for busy weeknights, requiring just 25 minutes from start to finish with minimal cleanup.
- Best served over wide egg noodles, rice, or mashed potatoes to soak up the delicious creamy sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 564
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 602 mg
- Fat: 44 g
- Saturated Fat: 22 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 34 g
- Cholesterol: 135 mg