ByMary Woita
This page may contain affiliate links. View our disclosure policy for details.
Looking for a delicious weeknight dinner option? Try this one pot ground beef stroganoff (hamburger helper copycat recipe) for a quick and easy meal that the whole family will love.
↓ Jump to Recipe
Homemade Hamburger Helper Beef Stroganoff
If you’re a fan of Hamburger Helper’s famous beef stroganoff dish, you’re going to love this homemade version.
With a few simple ingredients and some easy-to-follow instructions, you can recreate this classic comfort food dish in the comfort of your own kitchen.
What you’ll love about this recipe:
- KID FRIENDLY – A family favorite that even the picky eaters love! And it is perfect for busy weeknights!
- HEALTHY – Homemade with real food ingredients, skipping the processed not-so-good for you ingredients!
- INEXPENSIVE – With a few simple pantry staples, this recipe stays budget friendly!
Ingredients
Just a few very basic ingredients needed for this quick dinner recipe.
What You’ll Need
- Lean Ground Beef
- Cornstarch
- Sea Salt
- Ground Black Pepper
- Dried Parsley
- Onion Powder
- Whole Milk
- Low Sodium Beef Broth
- Wide Egg Noodles
- Sour Cream
- Worcestershire Sauce
- Fresh Parsley (optional garnish)
Instructions
Some tips for preparing for making this recipe
- Cook ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat until no longer pink.
- Stir in the seasonings.
- Add in the liquids and egg noodles simmer over medium heat until cooked through.
- Stir in the sour cream and the Worcestershire sauce.
- Add garnish if using.
- Serve + enjoy!
Be sure to check out the full recipe and ingredient list in the recipe card below.
Serving Suggestions
Garnish with fresh herbs and add in cooked mushrooms, garlic, or onions if desired. Serve with your favorite sides like a fresh salad, side of green beans, or other steamed veggies.
How to store + reheat leftovers
Once cooled, you can store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days. To reheat, we suggest adding a little broth or milk, and use the stove top to heat slowly to prevent drying it out.
More favorite pasta recipes
Here’s a few of our favorite pasta recipes – they make easy + delicious midweek dinners that we know you’ll love too!
- creamy baked pesto pasta
- traditional bolognese sauce
- chicken bacon carbonara
- creamy tortellini with Italian sausage
FAQ (frequently asked questions)
Can I add vegetables to this Hamburger Helper Beef Stroganoff recipe?
Yes, you can add any vegetables that you feel would complement this dish well. Onions and fresh mushrooms would be a great option, but adding some greens, like broccoli or zucchini could work well too. Just ensure you either cook them first, or you may have to adjust the recipe to allow for the additional items.
How do I store my Ground Beef Stroganoff leftovers?
Once cooled, you can store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days. To reheat, we suggest adding a little broth or milk, and use either the microwave or stove top slowly to not dry it out.
want more recipes?
Check out the recipe index where you can discover more homemade recipes from my homestead!
go to recipe index
Ground Beef Stroganoff (healthy hamburger helper copycat)
This copycat recipe packs all the same flavor and texture you know and love from Hamburger Helper, but with the added bonus of being homemade – and let's face it, everything tastes better when you make it yourself. So, gather your ingredients, put on your apron, and get ready to serve up some delicious copycat Hamburger Helper beef stroganoff.
Prep Time 5 minutes minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes minutes
Total Time 30 minutes minutes
Author Mary Woita
Servings 6
Calories: 368kcal
Ingredients
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 4 teaspoons cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- ½ teaspoon dried parsley
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- 2 ½ cups beef broth low sodium, can substitute for chicken broth
- 2 cups whole milk
- 8 ounces egg noodles
- ¾ cup sour cream
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- freshly chopped parsley optional garnish
Instructions
In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook ground beef until no longer pink.
Add the cornstarch, sea salt, ground black pepper, dried parsley, and onion powder to the ground beef and stir to combine. It should absorb all the liquid/fat.
Add in beef broth and milk and bring to a boil, still on medium-high heat. Once boiling add in the egg noodles and stir thoroughly until they are covered in the liquid. Reduce heat to a simmer and stir regularly to avoid sticking.
Simmer until the egg noodles are tender, approximately 12-15 minutes. Turn off the heat and vigorously stir in the sour cream and the Worcestershire sauce.
Cool slightly before serving. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley if desired.
Notes
Optional serving ideas: Onions and mushrooms would be a great option, but adding some greens, like broccoli or zucchini could work well too. Just ensure you either cook them first, or you may have to adjust the recipe to allow for the additional items.
Similar Posts
30 Minute Meals | Christmas | Clean Eating | Comfort Foods | potatoes | Recipes | Side Dishes | stove | Thanksgiving
Healthy Mashed Sweet Potatoes
30 Minute Meals | Comfort Foods | Main Dishes | one pot | Pork | Recipes | Soups | stove | tomatoes
Creamy Pasta fa*gioli Soup (Easy, Delicious, and Healthy)
30 Minute Meals | Comfort Foods | Pasta Recipes | Recipes
Beef | Clean Eating | Homestead Recipes | Main Dishes | Poultry | Recipes | slow cooker | Soups
The Benefits of Bone Broth (And a Recipe)
Beef | Main Dishes | ninja foodi + instant pot | Recipes
Ninja Foodi Chuck Roast
Beef | Comfort Foods | Main Dishes | Recipes | Summer Recipes | Traeger Grill Recipes
Traeger Smoked Meatloaf Recipe
Leave a Reply
I made this last night! It was very easy to make and the kids ate it right up and even got seconds (which they rarely do)!The only things I did differently are: I added 1 cup of sour cream instead (my kids like SC and it didn’t change the flavor), 2 tsp of Worcestershire sauce (I noticed a difference in that it tasted more like the Hamburger Helper version I remember), and, since the end result was a little too saucy, I added 2 more tsp of cornstarch to tighten the sauce up a bit. To me, it tasted pretty darn close to the original. I would also say, do NOT use any other milk other than WHOLE Milk! It does make a difference. Thank you!
Reply
Hi Brad, thanks for the comment and for letting us know how the recipe turned out for your family! So happy to hear that the kids loved it! 🙂
Reply
