Cream Cheese Steak Stroganoff

Ingredients

• 1 pound steak, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
• 1 onion, diced
• 1 pound mushrooms, sliced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 2 cups beef broth
• 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 4 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, divided

Directions

1. Heat 1 tablespoon of the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
2. Add the steak and cook until browned, about 5 minutes. Remove the steak from the skillet and set aside.
3. Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of oil to the skillet. Add the onion and mushrooms and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
4. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute.
5. Stir in the flour and cook for 1 minute.
6. Add the beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, and pepper and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for 10 minutes.
7. Stir in the sour cream and cream cheese until well combined. Simmer for 5 minutes.
8. Add the steak and 2 tablespoons of the parsley and cook until heated through, about 5 minutes.
9. Serve the stroganoff over cooked egg noodles or mashed potatoes and garnish with the remaining 2 tablespoons of parsley.

Interesting Facts

• The original stroganoff was created in Russia in the 19th century and was made with beef, onions, and sour cream.
• Cream cheese was added to the classic recipe in the 20th century to create a richer and creamier dish.
• This dish can be served over egg noodles, mashed potatoes, or even rice.