Cowboy Casserole: Ground Beef and Mushroom Stroganoff Recipe
Servings: 6-8
Description: A hearty, comforting casserole that combines the flavors of ground beef, mushrooms, and stroganoff sauce with the classic cowboy twist of a crunchy cornflake topping. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a weekend gathering.
Ingredients:
For the Ground Beef and Mushroom Stroganoff:
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cups mixed mushrooms (button, cremini, shiitake), sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 8 oz sour cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
For the Cornflake Topping:
- 1 cup cornflakes, crushed
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- 1/2 cup grated cheddar cheese
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C).
- In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium-high heat, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat.
- Add the chopped onion, mushrooms, garlic, beef broth, tomato paste, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, paprika, salt, and pepper to the skillet. Stir to combine.
- Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has thickened and the flavors have melded together.
- Stir in the sour cream and shredded cheddar cheese until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, mix the crushed cornflakes and melted butter until well combined. Stir in the grated cheddar cheese.
- In a 9×13-inch baking dish, spread half of the ground beef and mushroom mixture. Top with half of the cornflake mixture.
- Repeat the layers, starting with the remaining ground beef and mushroom mixture, then the remaining cornflake mixture.
- Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes.
- Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the casserole is hot and bubbly.
- Remove from the oven and let it rest for 10-15 minutes before serving.
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Tips and Variations:
- To make it a one-pot meal, cook the ground beef and mushroom mixture in a large Dutch oven over the campfire or on the stovetop.
- Add some diced bell peppers or chopped fresh parsley to the mixture for extra flavor and color.
- Substitute ground turkey or ground pork for a different twist on the classic recipe.
- Serve with a side of crusty bread or a green salad for a well-rounded meal.
Nutrition Information (per serving):
- Calories: 420
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
- Sodium: 450mg
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 5g
- Protein: 25g
Enjoy your delicious Cowboy Casserole: Ground Beef and Mushroom Stroganoff!
