I loved when my mom made stroganoff as a kid. It was creamy and comforting, and it always seemed to make a weeknight feel special. I still have her recipe today, however, it requires hours of simmering time and extensive preparation. That is why I wanted to develop a stroganoff recipe that had the same warmth and comfort of her original but was also simple and fast, making it possible to prepare after a long day at work. All of the ingredients needed for this recipe can be stored in your freezer or pantry until such time as you are ready to prepare this meal.
In developing this recipe, I developed a few ways to simplify this dish without losing the integrity of the original. I like using No Yolks Dumpling Noodles because they hold up well in a one-pot meal; however, any type of noodle will work. Instead of using broth, I dissolve a tablespoon of Better Than Bouillon into hot water and use this instead. This creates a much richer base for the stroganoff.
While you could certainly mince fresh garlic if you prefer that flavor profile, I find the jarred variety to be faster, easier and just as effective. This recipe does not intend to replace my mother’s stroganoff — nothing could — however, this is how I continue to remember her cooking through a recipe that fits today’s lifestyle. It’s fast, comforting and brings back some of those memories from my childhood, without taking up an entire afternoon in the kitchen.
