Hey friends!
Ever crave a cozy, hearty meal that’s also a bit unique? You’re in for a treat!
Today, I’m sharing my twist on a classic: cottage cheese beef stroganoff.
It’s rich, creamy, and packed with flavor. Plus, the cottage cheese gives it a nice boost of protein!
Perfect for a family dinner or a fun date night. Let’s dive in and get cooking!
| Preparation Time | 10-15 minutes |
| Cooking Time | 25-30 minutes |
| Total Time | 35-45 minutes |
| Level of Difficulty | Medium |
Ingredients
For the beef mixture:
- 4 oz mushrooms (sliced thinly)
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 cup beef broth (I use Swanson’s low-sodium broth)
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion (finely diced)
- 1 tsp dried thyme
For the creamy sauce:
- 1/2 cup sour cream (full-fat for extra creaminess)
- 1 cup cottage cheese (I recommend Daisy brand for cottage cheese)
- 1 tsp dijon mustard
- 1 tsp worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 tsp black pepper (freshly ground for best flavor)
For serving:
- 8 oz egg noodles
Step 1: Cook the Egg Noodles
Begin by cooking the egg noodles according to the package instructions.
Once cooked, drain and set aside for later use.
Step 2: Brown the Ground Beef
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spatula as it cooks.
This should take about 5-7 minutes.
Step 3: Sauté the Vegetables
Once the beef is browned, add chopped onion to the skillet and cook until softened, which should take about 3-4 minutes.
Next, add the sliced mushrooms and continue cooking until they are tender, about 3-5 minutes more.
Step 4: Make the Creamy Sauce
While the beef and vegetables are cooking, prepare the creamy sauce.
In a blender or food processor, combine cottage cheese, sour cream, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, pepper, and salt.
Blend until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
Step 5: Combine and Simmer
Add the blended cottage cheese mixture to the skillet with the beef and vegetables, stirring to combine.
Pour in the beef broth and bring the mixture to a simmer.
Reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for about 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
Step 6: Serve
Once the sauce has thickened slightly, serve it over the cooked egg noodles.
Mix gently to coat the noodles evenly in the creamy beef sauce.
Enjoy your meal!
This looks great. I was getting ready to make it and was confused on why it called for ground beef. Your picture depicts something else. What kind of beef cut did you use.