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Homemade Hamburger Helper Beef Stroganoff

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A healthier, customizable take on the classic Hamburger Helper Beef Stroganoff—made from scratch with lower sodium and fresh ingredients.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American, Italian
Servings 4
Calories 320 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Skillet
  • 1 Saucepan
  • 1 Mixing Bowl
  • 1 Measuring Cups & Spoons
  • 1 Knife
  • 1 Cutting Board

Ingredients
  

  • 1 1lb Ground beef Can substitute with turkey or chicken
  • 1 cup Low-carb pasta or spiralized zucchini
  • 0.5 cup Sour cream (or plant-based alternative)
  • 2 tbsp Cornstarch For gluten-free thickening
  • 1 tbsp Dried thyme
  • 1 tbsp Paprika
  • Fresh parsley For garnish

Instructions
 

  • Cook Protein: Brown the ground beef in a skillet and drain excess fat.
  • Sauté Aromatics: Add garlic and onions; cook until softened.
  • Make Sauce: Stir in the low-sodium beef broth, then add a cornstarch slurry (mix 1 tbsp cornstarch with 2 tbsp cold water), dried thyme, and paprika. Allow the sauce to simmer until thickened.
  • Combine: Mix in the cooked low-carb pasta (or zucchini) and sour cream with the beef mixture.
  • Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley and an optional dollop of extra sour cream.

Notes

Calories: 320 kcal
CarbohydrateContent: 25g
ProteinContent: 28g
SodiumContent: 600mg
FiberContent: 4g