Creamy Slow Cooker Beef Stroganoff: A Hearty and Delicious Comfort Food

This Creamy Slow Cooker Beef Stroganoff is a classic American comfort food that is perfect for a cozy dinner. Tender chunks of beef are slow-cooked in a rich and flavorful sauce, then finished off with a creamy touch. The result is a dish that is full of deep, savory flavors and a velvety texture that will satisfy your taste buds and warm your soul. With just a few ingredients and some simple steps, you can create a restaurant-quality stroganoff right in your own kitchen. Serve it over egg noodles or rice for a complete meal that everyone will love.

Ingredients

• 2 pounds beef stew meat, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 1 onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 8 ounces white mushrooms, sliced
• 2 cups beef broth
• 1 cup sour cream
• 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
• 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons cold water
• Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish

Directions

1. In a large skillet, heat some oil over medium-high heat. Add the beef stew meat and cook until browned on all sides. Transfer the beef to the slow cooker.
2. In the same skillet, add the diced onion, minced garlic, and sliced mushrooms. Cook until the vegetables are tender and lightly browned. Transfer the cooked vegetables to the slow cooker.
3. Pour the beef broth, sour cream, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, paprika, dried thyme, salt, and pepper into the slow cooker. Stir to combine all the ingredients.
4. Cover the slow cooker and cook on low heat for 6 hours, or on high heat for 3-4 hours, until the beef is fork-tender.
5. In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and cold water until well combined. Stir the cornstarch mixture into the slow cooker and cook for an additional 30 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened.
6. Serve the creamy beef stroganoff over cooked egg noodles or rice. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley.
7. Enjoy your delicious and creamy slow cooker beef stroganoff!

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