Creamy Beef Stroganoff (Printer-Friendly Version)

# What You'll Need:

→ For the Noodles

01 - 6 oz egg noodles

→ For the Beef

02 - 1 lb ground beef

→ For the Sauce

03 - ¼ cup butter
04 - ¼ cup flour
05 - 1 cup beef broth
06 - 1 ¼ cup milk
07 - ½ teaspoon garlic powder
08 - ½ teaspoon onion powder
09 - ½ teaspoon black pepper
10 - ¾ teaspoon salt
11 - ¼ cup sour cream

# Let's Cook!:

01 - Bring a pot of water to a boil, then cook the egg noodles according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
02 - While the noodles cook, heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef, breaking it up as it cooks. Cook for 6-8 minutes until browned with no pink remaining. Drain any excess fat, then transfer the beef to a plate and set aside.
03 - In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Sprinkle in the flour, whisking continuously for about 2 minutes to create a smooth roux.
04 - Gradually whisk in the beef broth, stirring to avoid lumps. Continue to whisk for 3-4 minutes until the sauce starts to thicken.
05 - Slowly pour in the milk, stirring over medium heat until the sauce thickens again, about 5-7 minutes, until smooth and creamy.
06 - Stir in the garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and salt, mixing well to distribute the flavors.
07 - Reduce the heat to low, add the cooked noodles and ground beef back into the skillet, and stir until fully combined and heated through.
08 - Gently stir in the sour cream until the sauce is creamy and smooth with a hint of tang.
09 - Enjoy this comforting dish hot, with a side of vegetables or a slice of garlic toast for a complete meal.