One-Pot Ground Beef Stroganoff

Ingredients and Weight:

• Ground beef: 500 grams
• Onion: 1 large, chopped
• Cream mushroom soup: 2 cans (19 fl oz each)
• Spaghetti or other long noodles: 500 grams (for serving 8 people)
• Mushrooms: 1 cup, sliced
• Garlic: 3 cloves, minced
• Salt and pepper: to taste
• White wine or beef broth: 1 cup
• Butter or cooking oil: 3 tablespoons
• Sour cream: 1 cup (optional, for richer flavor)

Preparation Time:

• Preparation Time: 30 minutes
• Cooking Time: 45 minutes

Difficulty Level:

Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. In a large pot, heat the butter or cooking oil over medium-high heat.
2. Add the ground beef and cook until no longer red, breaking it up into small pieces. Drain off any excess fat.
3. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, and continue cooking until the onion is soft.
4. Stir in the sliced mushrooms and cook for a few minutes more.
5. Pour in the white wine or beef broth and let it simmer for a few minutes.
6. Add the cream mushroom soup and sour cream (if using) and mix well. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
7. Simmer for about 20 minutes, or until the sauce is rich and creamy.
8. Meanwhile, cook the spaghetti or other noodles according to package instructions.
9. Serve the ground beef stroganoff on top of the cooked noodles.

Nutritional Information: (per serving)

• Calories: Approx. 500-600 calories per serving (depending on additional ingredients)
• Protein: Approx. 30-40 grams per serving (depending on meat content)
• Fat: Approx. 30 grams per serving (depending on meat fat content and use of sour cream)
• Carbohydrates: Approx. 50-70 grams per serving (depending on noodle quantity)

Dish Characteristics:

• Rich and creamy sauce with a savory beef flavor.
• Comforting and hearty dish perfect for colder weather.
• Easily customizable based on personal preferences (e.g., use different types of noodles, add more vegetables, etc.).

User Comments:

1. "This dish was delicious! The sauce was so creamy and flavorful."
2. "I added some bell peppers and peas to make it more colorful and add some veggies."
3. "I used chicken broth instead of white wine and it still tasted great."
4. "This is a great dish for a busy weeknight when you need something hearty but don't have a lot of time to cook."
5. "My family loved this dish! It was a hit at our dinner party."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Use a large pot to ensure all ingredients can be cooked together without overcrowding.
• Adjust the seasoning to taste, adding more salt or pepper if needed.
• For a richer flavor, consider using beef broth instead of white wine. Alternatively, use a combination of both.
• Feel free to add other vegetables that you might like, such as bell peppers, peas, or carrots for additional color and nutrition.