Slow Cooker Beef Stroganoff

🍲 Slow Cooker Beef Stroganoff – Melt-in-Your-Mouth Goodness!

◾️There’s something comforting about a rich, creamy beef stroganoff simmering away, filling the house with mouthwatering aromas. This version is super simple thanks to the slow cooker, and the result is tender beef with deep flavor and a creamy finish. Perfect for a cozy family meal or when you want a delicious dinner without a lot of effort!

📝 Ingredients:

1 kg (2.2 lbs) chuck or blade steak, cut into cubes or strips

2 onions, thinly sliced

3 garlic cloves, crushed

500 g (1.1 lbs) mushrooms, sliced

½ cup tomato paste

1 cup tomato puree

2 tablespoons paprika

250 ml (1 cup) beef stock

1 tablespoon mustard (whole grain mustard adds great flavor!)

¾ cup sour cream

Salt and pepper, to taste

👩‍🍳 Instructions:

↪️1. Place all ingredients in the slow cooker except the mushrooms and sour cream.

↪️2. Stir everything well to combine.

↪️3. Cook on AUTO for 7–9 hours or HIGH for 4–5 hours.

↪️4. Add mushrooms 1 hour before serving.

↪️5. Stir in the sour cream 20 minutes before serving.

↪️6. Serve with pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes.

✨ 5 Helpful Tips:

✅️1. Use well-marbled beef like chuck or blade steak – it becomes incredibly tender after slow cooking.

✅️2. Whole grain mustard adds a bold, tangy depth of flavor – don’t skip it if you love a bit of zing!

✅️3. Add the mushrooms later so they stay firm and don’t become mushy.

✅️4. No sour cream? You can substitute with thick Greek yogurt if needed.

✅️5. Want deeper flavor? Sauté the onions and garlic in a pan before adding them to the slow cooker.

🍽️ Final Thoughts:

This slow cooker beef stroganoff is a total winner – cozy, creamy, and packed with flavor. Once you try it, it might just become a regular in your recipe rotation. Serve it with your favorite sides and enjoy every bite!