Description
This Slow Cooker Beef Stroganoff is a comforting, easy-to-make dish featuring tender beef stew meat cooked slowly in savory brown gravy and au jus mixes, then finished with creamy sour cream. Served over egg noodles, this hearty meal is perfect for a cozy family dinner with minimal effort.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Sauce Mix
- 2 lbs beef stew meat
- 1 (0.87-ounce) packet brown gravy mix
- 1 (1-ounce) packet au jus mix
- 1 1/2 cups water
- 1/2 cup sour cream
Pasta
- 1 (8-ounce) package egg noodles
Instructions
- Prepare the Slow Cooker: Spray a 4 to 6-quart slow cooker with nonstick cooking spray to prevent sticking. Add the brown gravy mix, au jus mix, and water to the slow cooker and whisk thoroughly to combine the ingredients.
- Add the Beef: Place the beef stew meat into the slow cooker and stir gently to coat all pieces evenly with the gravy mixture. Ensure as much meat as possible is covered by the liquid for even cooking. Cover the slow cooker with its lid.
- Cook the Beef: Set the slow cooker to low and cook for 6 to 8 hours or, alternatively, cook on high for about 5 hours. The beef should be tender and fully cooked by the end of this time.
- Prepare Sour Cream Mixture: Approximately 30 minutes before serving, take about 1/2 cup of the gravy from the slow cooker and transfer it to a small bowl. Stir in the sour cream until smooth, then add this mixture back into the slow cooker and stir well to combine.
- Finish Cooking: Cover the slow cooker again and cook on high for about 20 minutes. This allows the sour cream to heat through and blend into the sauce without curdling.
- Cook Noodles: While the stroganoff finishes, cook the egg noodles according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Serve: Serve the tender beef and creamy gravy hot over the cooked egg noodles. Optionally, you can combine the noodles directly into the slow cooker and stir before serving to mix flavors fully.
Notes
- Using a slow cooker eliminates the need for constant monitoring and infuses the beef with rich flavors.
- Do not add sour cream too early to prevent curdling; add it near the end of cooking.
- Egg noodles can be substituted with other pasta types if desired.
- For a thicker sauce, you can reduce the amount of water slightly or increase the gravy mix proportion.
- Makes great leftovers and flavors deepen after resting overnight.
