Beef Stroganoff

Instructions

1. 1

   Sear the beef (this is where flavour starts), heat pan very hot add half butter, then beef in batches (don’t overcrowd) Sear quickly until browned (1–2 min per side) remove and set aside

2. 2

   In same pan, add onions cook until soft and slightly golden then add mushrooms cook until they release water and start browning.

3. 3

   Add beef broth or the water and the spices and a sprinkle of flour for thickness (this is optional) scrape the pan (this is gold flavour). Let it simmer 3–5 minutes until slightly reduced.

4. 4

   Return beef (with juices) to the pan lower heat add sour cream slowly and mix. Do NOT boil after adding sour cream or it will split.

5. 5

   Adjust salt & pepper add a small knob of butter if you want it richer

6. 6

   Serve It Like a Pro Traditional: over egg noodles Better: over mashed potatoes (like mine) Also works: rice

7. 7

   When serving the dish you sprinkle a dash of finely chopped parsley

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