Gourmet Hamburger Helper (One-Pan Beef Stroganoff) | Food Wishes

This ground beef stroganoff noodles recipe is an easy, shortcut version of classic beef stroganoff made in one-pan. This comfort classic was inspired by a certain packaged food invented to help hamburger. Enjoy!
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[@lilgrannyari]

Aw Chef, this was a nostalgic video for me. When my mom had to travel abroad for her dad's funeral, MY dad took care of my brother and I by himself for the first time. And among the many mishaps during those several weeks there were a few instances of burned hamburger helper. Bless his heart. He passed away last month and I miss him so much. I also love beef stroganoff, so I think I need to try this out soon. For me, and dear old dad: Bob ❤️

[@dawnmichelle4403]

My most sincere condolences ❤️

[@TexasRose50]

@ A M, I’m truly sorry for your loss of your dad. This reminds me of years ago when my husband’s uncle would visit us every Wednesday evening. He never wanted anything else but beef stroganoff. Back then I made it with beef tips. And not this exact recipe, but pretty close. I haven’t thought about that in years. But it was such a small token to make an old man so happy. I’m glad I could do that for him.

[@AntoniusTyas]

Watching and listening to Chef John's recipe always made me feel like the world is not actually that bad. Always brought a little smile. Thanks, Chef.

[@josephgaviota]

I too enjoy Chef John's calming lilting voice. And, he makes these various dishes look YUMMY !!

[@WastedTalent-]

You should check out John Kirkwood.

[@tomarmstrong750]

One can substitute sliced potatoes for the noodles and reduce the amount of liquid a bit - I use two cups total of broth. I also make a roux with the broth separately and add it to mix when with the potatoes go in. Simmer until the potatoes are the firmness you like, stir in sour cream and serve. I've been making that recipe for close to 50 years.

[@tegardens01]

Great idea! I can tweak this to make it gluten free much easier with potatoes! 😜

[@zloungeact]

50 years?!!!!!!

[@laurabenson1278]

@@zloungeact yep...and BOY are his arms tired! 😆

[@laurabenson1278]

Sounds good, but then it's not really stroganoff.

[@gilgameshmcballin]

@@laurabenson1278 still takes less time than reading through a food blogger's post to get to the recipe at the end. 10/10

[@squaminator]

This is similar to the recipe I've been using, except I also add Worcestershire sauce and dijon/brown mustard. Delicious either way!

[@BlackJesus8463]

That's practically barbeque!

[@TenOrbital]

Crème fraiche instead of sour cream too, if you want a lighter version.

[@BlackJesus8463]

@@TenOrbital Is that like sour clotted cream but runny?

[@edwardgiovannelli5191]

LOL, it's not stroganoff without Worcestershire sauce!!!

[@theomega311]

@@TenOrbital okay Randy Marsh 😂

[@DinsdalePiranha67]

Not only did I eat Hamburger Helper pretty often as a kid, I also ate it regularly as a young adult when I moved into my first apartment! I even bought a 2qt microwaveable casserole for that purpose; it didn't shorten the cooking time at all, but it was less messy than preparing HH on the stove top.

[@nannettemiller8411]

The way you show us to cook the pasta in the sauce rather than in boiling water, as in the recipe for orecchiette and sausage, puts these dishes in another category! My family and guest adore it! The pasta absorbs whichever herb or aromatic you’re using and I feel confident to be creative. Always a huge hit and now I’m asked for’to go bags’ as my husband bragged how much more the flavors develop by day 2 & 3!

[@marykyle6611]

A bay leaf at the beginning & a grating of nutmeg at the end are the only things I would add to this! Yum!

[@antonboludo8886]

Sounds good.

[@carpathianshepherdess4990]

I made this and it was easy and DELICIOUS. I love stroganoff, but it takes a lot of time to make so sadly is not usually a week-day meal. This recipe was a gamechanger, however. And the next week, I did pretty much the same thing but made a one-pan chicken paprikash. These were the changes I made: swapped the beef broth with chicken broth; deboned chicken thighs instead of beef; skipped the garlic, mushrooms, and vodka; added 1 tablespoon of paprika. Chef John inspires me to do real good food, real simple! ^_^

[@theUrbanJoe]

This is ultimate comfort food! 😊 It’s also great seasoned like Swedish meatballs (parsley, pepper, nutmeg, onion, sweet cream).

[@froonamission1013]

Making this tonight, I have all the ingredients already. I love how practical your recipes are...anyone can cook them.

[@JamieDallas]

Try it with cream cheese! Instead of adding flour, I add 8 oz cream cheese and 8 oz sour cream at the end.

[@tdubbed_]

How was it?!

[@InvadeNormandy]

@@JamieDallas Ehh it's a bit TOO much/rich I think, Cream cheese is kind of a "cheap" recipe fat and calorie bomb more than a star ingredient IMO, but no insult intended. Ya like what ya like.

[@GD-ec2xu]

So how was it? Any good?

[@fatemehjafari6279]

I love how you explain all the details and the parts that might seem like something went wrong.

[@n120983]

I made this for dinner tonight! It was outstanding! My daughter Sophia and I make sure to watch your videos every day before she goes to bed! Thank you for the recipe and thanks for being part of our nightly routine!

[@syifamustapakamal]

I haven’t been on youtube for yearsssss. So glad that you’re still around cooking amazing food ❤

[@alexhurst3986]

This was such a helpful recipe. It certainly helped me remember my childhood dinner table. It is a huge help when it comes to helping me decide what is for dinner on those nights I need just a little help in the kitchen. Thank you for being so helpful.

[@troye.1309]

I just made this for breakfast and it was DELICIOUS 🤤! Thank you, Chef John, for the recipe 👍🏻

[@tennesseetexanhousewife5277]

Oh my gosh! This was exactly what I was hoping this recipe would be when I saw your teaser yesterday!! I can’t wait to make it! Thank you!!

[@percivalthegreat]

Nicely done John, looks amazing! From the midwest here and around my neck of the woods this was what we called Stroganoff. I honestly didn't know there was another classic version until I was almost 30. Typically I add thyme in with the meat mix and Worcestershire sauce and/or balsamic vinegar into the sauce near the end for a little acidity. Quite good either way!

[@brandonkrause7308]

A Chef John Fred Biletnikoff reference is the best thing to happen to the Raiders this season D:

[@intelligentgluteus-maximus4720]

We made this today and it’s sooo good! Adding to our list of regulars. Thank you!

[@davidcarbone3385]

I love this recipe! Easy to make, simple ingredients, and one pan cleaning! Just need the beef, beef broth, and sour cream but definitely will be making this soon. Thanks, Chef John!

[@tomkitson9040]

Well, today I was thinking "WHAT am I going to make for dinner that's easy?" And of course, Chef John to the rescue! Made this tonight exactly as directed and it came out GREAT! Thanks, Chef John! This will DEFINITELY be in the regular rotation!

[@AJBloker]

I've been making ground beef stroganoff for a while now, and this looks like a great shortcut to get it all in one pan. Always hated having to cook the noodles separate. However, I would absolutely add some Worcestershire sauce!

[@MissKristinaAwesome]

Growing up, Hamburger Helper stroganoff was one of my favorite foods (ok, it still is, but now days you gotta get the "Deluxe" box). I remember back when it came with the separate powered sour cream stuff that you mixed and added at the very end. But, HH introduced me to stroganoff in general and I think I've only ever had one recipe for it that I didn't love. So, happy to add this one to my arsenal of stroganoff recipes!

[@pitabury]

Chef John, I just made this for my family, and they LOVE it! The pan is scraped clean. Lol So I can definitely say that we Enjoyed!! 😁 Thank you for another wonderful and easy recipe. YUM!!

[@Erdie5]

I had 2 cans of Costco canned roast beef I wanted to use up, so went with those instead of ground beef. Added more mushrooms and used a 12oz box of bow tie pasta (more broth needed, of course). Omitted cayenne (wife too Scandinavian for that). Made it for my family and my parents, everyone loved it. A great recipe to add to the binder, tasted even better than what Hamburger Helper USED to taste like (chalky and inedible now). Thanks Chef John! Super good.

[@-IE_it_yourself]

chef, i would love a playlist of one pot meals. cant wait to try this.

[@tpharris23]

One of my all time favorite comfort foods! Now I know what I’m going to do with the ground beef in my freezer this week.

[@darryl8079]

The perfect comfort food supper for cold January evenings 👌. Thanks, Chef John!

[@lisamessiana1032]

I love this one-pan beef stroganoff recipe!💕 Looks delicious😋 and so easy! Thanks Chef John!🌟

[@eg7647]

This is a family favorite around here. We serve it with ketchup and horseradish as optional condiments. SO yummy especially at this time of year. Thanks Chef John.

[@Banana-lk7tf]

I've been making my own version of this for years. I usually add broccoli. It's such a nice comfort food.😊

[@Spacepuft]

My mom couldn’t help hamburger even with the box. She did a decent job with the Campbell’s cream of mushroom soup version of hamburger stroganoff though. My kids are unknowingly spoiled since I’ve helped hamburger from scratch for years now. Thank you for this lovely tie-in recipe :) 🤌🏻

[@dtrex392]

Paprika is a great addition to this. As is diced bacon, which is in the classic Better Homes and Gardens cookbook. (which also uses cream of mushroom soup as well)

[@ekt3233]

Thanks Chef John, you're a treasure. This is a faithful recreation of my childhood!

[@benjaminparadis6007]

i made this yesterday and it was delicious, ty chef john.

[@royivey1874]

Thank you for making this recipe and video!

[@johnbruenn8755]

This is exactly what I was looking for. I was remembering fondly the hamburger helper of my youth, but thought I betcha you could level it up with a scratch made recipe. This is it! Thank you Chef John! I will definitely be making this. 😋

[@justnoted2995]

Nice!! Love the one-pan wonders... more of them please

[@lfeco]

I only had recently ground black pepper but it still turned out great.

[@HyperactiveNeuron]

Yay! This was one of those weeknight meals in our house when I was growing up. On the weekend mom would break out the steak and mushrooms instead of Hamburger Helper. Happy New Year Chef John 🎊🥂

[@positivelybeautiful1]

Chef John, I made this for dinner tonight. It’s so good and comforting. This is going to be a regular comfort food for my family. Thank you!

[@blairwesterman2635]

I made this for my supper tonight..,followed recipe with the exception of adding some grated Parmigiano Reggiano…I just finished my second bowl, so tasty. I’m gonna make this for my kids this weekend! Thank you Chef. Cheers! 🇨🇦

[@georgiadabinett6312]

Tested it and it's delicious. Will be making this regularly for the community refrigerator in downtown Durham.

[@atadlish]

What a killer recipe chef John! So easy and so darned flavorful, and very few ingredients required. Used white wine since I didn't have vodka on hand, and it was still delish! Definitely listen to the video not just read the recipe, John's tips on what to "see" were very helpful on the first go❤🙏😋

[@babsoneverything3060]

I make this often. My secret ingredient is dijon mustard, rather than vodka. Yum!

[@dbwinters]

we use this recipe with fresh dill and love it! thanks Chef!

[@BlackJesus8463]

No thyme though? smh

[@secretforreddit]

@@BlackJesus8463 Dill is the more traditionally Russian herb

[@dbwinters]

@@BlackJesus8463 lol we tried the dill one night when the market was out of fresh thyme and never looked back- though either one tastes great!

[@BlackJesus8463]

@@dbwinters Ok, that's cool.

[@nomadmarauder-dw9re]

Some years ago, I used canned roast beef and evaporated milk for Hamburger Helper. AWESOME!

[@CoinSlotKitty]

I made something like this from leftover ham gravy. The gravy was sweet and savory and I added some cayenne for that sweet and spicy flavor. It was like sweet hamburger helper and it was amazing.

[@jeffdejeanne1799]

Chef John is the best!!!

[@AnnaReed42]

My mom always made the sauce about 80% sour cream. One of my favorite foods growing up, and I'm excited to try it as a one pot recipe!

[@swjarvis]

Made this tonight. Was easy and reallly good. I think it'll go into regular rotation. Thanks!

[@steveberryman2710]

made this, it was delicious !!! Thank you !!!

[@Allienator]

Those catch all recipes always turn out great

[@staceymckinnon695]

I love these kinds of recipes!

[@osirisandilio]

I watched this last night, it drove me nuts. I went to the store today and got the few items I didn't have to make this. It's on the stove now. I can't wait! Thanks for the post

[@nicole-uo9cd]

Thanks for making this Hamburger Helper Stroganoff the gourmet upgrade it needed so badly. I am looking forward to making this. It brings back memories of the meals my mom made in the 1970's to stretch her dollars on a tight budget.

[@shadowmann9]

Excellent without any alcohol at all. Thank you!

[@Carlosflores-ip5pc]

I had ground beef and mushrooms in my fridge, bought the other ingredients on my way home. It was DELICIOUS! Thank you chef John. Not all heroes wear capes.

[@bbdesigner1]

Just made this recipe for my son & his fiance this evening. It was a HIT! Thank you. :)

[@joeykremple]

This tasted delicious, John. Lovely recipe!

[@Redipstick]

This recipe is wonderful

[@tincanboat]

Happy New Year Chef John

[@vrnque]

Made it yesterday and really loved it, I would add some extra veggies though to make it even better.

[@petercunningham1907]

This sounds amazing. I'll have to make it sometime!

[@Bergarita]

Made this tonight and my wife actually loved it. Just nice comfort food.

[@davesdiversions8078]

Stroganoff Hamburger Helper was going through my mind as I watched the video. I would always add Mushroom and Sour Cream to mine.

[@begenes]

Made this for dinner tonight. It was DELICIOUS!!!

[@the-nomad]

I live on the road so, one pan cooking is the norm for me, looking forward to trying this.

[@courtneyconners9478]

This is such a good recipe. Made it the other night and it was a huge hit!

[@mbishop5954]

Hey there Chef John. Huge fan here... I just made this for the second time and I must say I agree with you. I love classic beef stroganoff but as of tonight. this one pan treat is my favorite. It was so easy to make and everyone loved it. For everyone out there that is reluctant to try it I say give it a chance and get ready to be amazed.

[@jaykrappenshitz4992]

I've used this method for sometime now. I feel validated now that the Chef of Chefs has recognized it

[@meliplay]

I just made this using stir fry meat and holy cow it was amazing 😍 thanks Chef John ❤

[@faithwalker5196]

This looks so good, John.

[@LaceySantino]

Looks incredible!

[@WiglyWorm]

The potato masher is the best ground beef breaking up tool. It has changed my life.

[@poohbear539100]

Made this tonight and added caramelized onions! Sooo yummy

[@venezolanatrini]

More one pot dishes pls & thank you 🙏🏾☺️

[@faithsrvtrip8768]

I learned hot to make hamburger stroganoff from a woman on a ranch. She used bacon ends and cooked the mushrooms, onions, and hamburger in bacon grease. Oh yeah :) Happy cooking everyone!

[@JamieDallas]

Try it with cream cheese! Instead of adding flour, I add 8 oz cream cheese and 8 oz sour cream at the end.

[@alexisgrunden1556]

Bacon makes any savoury dish better. Not so much for sweet things, tho~😂

[@brewster102]

Damn---kick it up a notch, Emerald!

[@braddharma]

Oh lord, I wanna eat your comment. BTW i use bacon lard in almost everything i cook at work. Heck I even cook bacon in bacon fat. ;)

[@braddharma]

@@alexisgrunden1556 ever had candied bacon? Little bit of brown sugar and cayenne pepper, oh so good.

[@jerzygniazdowski6228]

SO PRETTY DISH. CHEF IS PROFESSIONALLY MASTER.

[@n0etic_f0x]

This is one of the true "I am drunk. How make good food?" of all time. it is simple but damn is it good

[@bicylindrico]

Love the caveman-like verbiage.

[@jhardeman4]

the genesis of much cuisine

[@Banana-lk7tf]

🤣🤣🤣

[@Erdie5]

@@jhardeman4 Can't imagine the monte cristo was invented sober.

[@murphygreen8484]

Could other spirits be used instead of vodka? Whiskey?

[@HyperactiveNeuron]

I sing along with Chef John everyone... And as always... Enjoy 😊

[@secretforreddit]

I was just looking for a ground beef stroganoff recipe when here you come with the goods! Thank you, Chef John!

[@edwardgiovannelli5191]

he reads your mind!

[@4funrc11]

👍 One of my Grandma's favorite dishes! Thanks! 😍 _My only wish concerning this recipe is you'd gone through what makes a great beef broth to use!_ ✌

[@BatPotatoes]

I like to take the extra time to heavily brown the ground beef on its own. I use my hands to add in meatball-sized shaggy clumps, spaced well apart. Lots of browning on the outside to contribute to the sauce but you don't end up with a bunch of tough, overcooked gravel

[@nobracobra]

mmmmm... looks and smells delish! have ingredients... will prepare... tyfs

[@yukuhana]

Love beef stroganoff, even better if it's a one-pan recipe! This is a keeper. Thanks!

[@cookingwithdenise999]

I enjoyed your video and your mystery ingredient to one of my favorite recipes.😊

[@Haigkupelian2220]

A recipie for traditional beef stroganoff, I occasionally make from my aunt included cognac instead of vodka.

[@sherriberge2912]

I so love all Chef Johns videos and just made the Stroganoff…i was a little short on beef broth, so i used a package of Lipton Beefy Onion dry soup mix. I also tossed is a big handful of frozen peas…and had plenty of sour cream for those that really like it extra creamy…i was delicious and easy…. And NO… i refuse to buy Hamburger Helper!! Thanks Chef John!!❤

[@katherinemaas6712]

This is very much like a dish I make when camping, though instead of beef stock, I use canned tomatoes. Also very easy and yummy.

[@sharonlatour6230]

YUM! I do this with spaghetti and meat sauce all the time!

[@TomatoKing1817]

Looks amazing. I'm making this tonight, and I'm adding some leftover turnip greens to it.

[@AQUARIASGOLDENAGE]

Glad I saw this today! Great idea♡♡♡

[@saundrathomas7764]

I'm making this soon!

[@detrahall2960]

I made this for dinner the other night. It was delicious and will be a repeat.

[@HOCUS-POCUS.]

I love one pot meals of deliciousness!

[@hansolsen3101]

Wow this is amazing. Going to modify this to a meal prep recipe too it’s going to be tighttttt

[@jay6920]

Made this last night, so good!

[@nomadmarauder-dw9re]

Thanx to Chef John I've got a reason to use up egg noodles!

[@MrVovansim]

Same dish without the mushrooms (or vodka, believe it or not) is called navy noodles where I'm from, and it's a fantastic weeknight meal!