Absolutely! A Beef Stroganoff Casserole is the ultimate comfort food hack. It takes all the rich, creamy, savory flavors of the classic stovetop dish and turns it into an easy, hands-off bake. It’s perfect for feeding a crowd and often even better as leftovers.
Here’s a fantastic, one-dish-wonder recipe for you.
Hearty Beef Stroganoff Casserole
This recipe uses egg noodles as the base and builds a deeply flavorful sauce with mushrooms and sour cream.
Yields: 6-8 servings
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 35-40 minutes
Ingredients
· 12 oz wide egg noodles
· 1 ½ lbs ground beef (or sirloin, cut into small cubes)
· 1 medium yellow onion, diced
· 3 cloves garlic, minced
· 8 oz cremini or white mushrooms, sliced
· 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
· 2 cups beef broth
· 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
· 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (optional, but adds depth)
· 1 cup sour cream, at room temperature
· 1 (10.5 oz) can condensed cream of mushroom soup (optional, for extra creaminess)
· 2 cups shredded cheese (Gruyère, Swiss, or a sharp white cheddar are great), divided
· 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
· Salt and black pepper to taste
· 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter, for cooking
Instructions
- Preheat & Cook Noodles: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Cook the egg noodles according to package directions until al dente (they will cook more in the oven). Drain and set aside.
- Brown the Beef: In a large skillet or Dutch oven, heat 1 tablespoon of oil over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and onion. Cook, breaking up the meat, until the beef is browned and the onion is soft. Season with salt and pepper. If using sirloin, sear the cubes until browned on all sides. Use a slotted spoon to remove the beef and onion to a plate, leaving the drippings in the pan.
- Cook Mushrooms & Garlic: Add the remaining tablespoon of oil to the same skillet. Add the sliced mushrooms and cook until they have released their liquid and are golden brown, about 5-7 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for one more minute until fragrant.
- Make the Sauce: Sprinkle the flour over the mushrooms and garlic. Stir and cook for 1-2 minutes to eliminate the raw flour taste. Gradually pour in the beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and Dijon mustard, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Bring to a simmer, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Combine Everything: Remove the skillet from the heat. Stir in the sour cream and cream of mushroom soup (if using) until smooth. It’s crucial to take the skillet off the heat before adding the sour cream to prevent it from curdling.
- Assemble the Casserole: Add the cooked egg noodles and the beef/onion mixture back into the skillet. Stir in 1 ½ cups of the shredded cheese until everything is evenly coated.
- Bake: Transfer the entire mixture to a 9×13 inch baking dish. Sprinkle the remaining ½ cup of cheese evenly over the top.
- Bake & Serve: Bake, uncovered, for 20-25 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbly and the cheese on top is melted and golden. Let it stand for 5-10 minutes before serving—this helps the sauce set. Garnish with fresh parsley.
Tips for a Perfect Stroganoff Casserole
· Prevent Curdling: The number one rule for sour cream sauces is never boil it after adding the sour cream. Always remove the pan from the heat before stirring it in. Using room temperature sour cream also helps.
· Mushroom Magic: For a deeper, earthier flavor, use a mix of cremini and shiitake mushrooms.
· From Scratch Option: If you prefer not to use canned soup, you can omit it. Increase the sour cream to 1 ½ cups and consider adding an extra ½ cup of beef broth. The flour in the sauce will still thicken it nicely.
· Make-Ahead: Assemble the casserole completely, cover, and refrigerate for up to 24 hours. When ready to bake, you may need to add 5-10 minutes to the baking time since it will be cold.
· Freezing: This casserole freezes well! Assemble it (but don’t bake it), wrap it tightly, and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight before baking as directed.
Enjoy this creamy, cheesy, and utterly satisfying meal