Description
Simple Leftover Roast Beef Stroganoff – a quick, creamy, and delicious way to transform leftover roast beef into a brand new meal! Tender beef and mushrooms in a rich sour cream sauce, served over egg noodles or rice. Ready in under 30 minutes, this budget-friendly dinner is perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
- 2 cups leftover roast beef, sliced or chopped
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 small onion, diced
- 8 ounces mushrooms, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups beef broth
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 3 cups cooked egg noodles or cooked rice
Instructions
- Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the onion and mushrooms, then cook for 6 to 8 minutes until softened and lightly browned.
- Stir in the garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
- Sprinkle the flour over the vegetables and stir well to coat.
- Slowly pour in the beef broth while stirring until smooth.
- Add the Worcestershire sauce, salt, and black pepper.
- Simmer the sauce for 3 to 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Add the leftover roast beef and cook gently until heated through.
- Lower the heat and stir in the sour cream until the sauce is creamy and smooth.
- Serve over cooked egg noodles or rice and top with fresh parsley.
Notes
- Use leftover pot roast, prime rib, or any cooked roast beef – slice thinly across the grain for tender results.
- Do not boil after adding sour cream or it may curdle – keep heat low.
- For extra flavor, add a splash of brandy or red wine before adding the broth.
- Substitute Greek yogurt for sour cream for a tangier, higher-protein version.
- Add a teaspoon of Dijon mustard for extra depth.
- Serve over mashed potatoes, pasta, or rice.
- Garnish with fresh dill or chives instead of parsley.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 4 days and reheated gently on the stovetop.
- This recipe does not freeze well due to the sour cream (sauce may separate).
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Sauté, Simmer
- Cuisine: Russian-inspired