Traditional Beef Stroganoff

Step 1

In a large bowl, combine 1/3 cup flour, garlic powder, nutmeg, 2 teaspoons salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Pat the beef dry with paper towels and add to the flour mixture in the bowl; toss to coat.

Step 2

In a Dutch oven, heat the oil over medium-high heat. Working in batches (don't crowd the pan), add the beef and cook until browned on all sides. Transfer to a plate.

Step 3

Reduce the heat to medium and add the onion. Cook, stirring often, until softened, about 4 minutes. Add the brandy and wine and cook, scraping the pan with a spoon, about 1 minute. Return the meat to the pot and add the beef broth. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover and simmer until the beef is tender, about 1 1/2 hours.

Step 4

Transfer one cup of broth to a small bowl; add the remaining 3 tbsp. flour and whisk until smooth. Add the flour mixture to the pot. Season to taste.

Step 5

In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the mushrooms and cook, stirring often, until golden brown, 5-7 minutes. Add the mushrooms to the meat mixture. Simmer 30 minutes longer.

Step 6

Stir in the sour cream and season to taste with salt and pepper.

Step 7

Serve stroganoff over buttered noodles. Garnish with additional sour cream, plus chopped chives.