Daria's Comforting Slow Cooker Beef Stroganoff 🍲🥩

Warm, hearty, and oh-so-satisfying, this Slow Cooker Beef Stroganoff is the perfect meal for a cozy night in or a family gathering. The beef becomes tender and flavorful, and the creamy sauce is simply irresistible. Serve it over noodles or rice for a complete meal that your loved ones will rave about!

Ingredients

For the Stroganoff

• 1 1/2 pounds of top round steak, cut into strips
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1/2 onion, chopped
• 1 can (10.75 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup
• 1 can (8 ounces) canned mushrooms, drained
• 1/4 cup water
• 1 tablespoon dried chives
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 beef bouillon cube
• 1/4 cup white wine
• 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
• 1 container (16 ounces) sour cream
• 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)

Instructions

1. Layer It Up: Place the strips of beef in the bottom of the slow cooker. Season with salt and pepper. Add the chopped onion on top of the beef, followed by the cream of mushroom soup, canned mushrooms, and water. Sprinkle chives, minced garlic, Worcestershire sauce, and the bouillon cube over the mixture.

2. Mix and Pour: In a small bowl, mix the white wine with the flour until smooth. Pour this mixture over the beef and other ingredients in the slow cooker.

3. Let It Cook: Cover the slow cooker and cook on Low for 6 to 7 hours. The beef should be tender and the flavors well blended.

4. Finishing Touch: Stir in the sour cream and fresh parsley. Let it cook for an additional hour to meld those flavors even more.

🕰️ Tip: If you're short on time, you can cook on High for about 4 hours, but the flavors develop better with the low and slow method.

Serving Suggestions

• Serve over a bed of egg noodles or rice to soak up all the delicious sauce.
• Add a side of steamed veggies or a fresh salad for a balanced meal. 🥗

Variations

• Mushroom Lover: Use an assortment of fresh mushrooms along with the canned ones for added texture and flavor.
• Spicier Kick: Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a bit of heat!
• Creamier Sauce: Substitute half of the sour cream with crème fraîche for an ultra-luxurious sauce.

Storage Tips

• This dish stores well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stove or in the microwave. It also freezes beautifully—just store in an airtight container for up to 3 months!

Enjoy your cooking and savor every bite of this delightful meal! 🍽️✨