beef stroganoff

American

noun

Cooking.

stroganoff made with strips of beef.

beef stroganoff British

noun

a dish of thin strips of beef cooked with onions, mushrooms, and seasonings, served in a sour-cream sauce

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Etymology

Origin of beef stroganoff

First recorded in 1940–45

Example Sentences

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They can be tougher, making them better for casseroles or slow cook recipes, like this beef stroganoff.

From Salon • Jul. 20, 2023

When I saw she had a fresh take on beef stroganoff, I jumped on it.

From Washington Post • Dec. 6, 2022

Top dishes to pair with it range from lasagna to beef stroganoff.

From Seattle Times • Jul. 1, 2021

The standout was beef stroganoff, a debauch of heavy cream.

From New York Times • Mar. 26, 2015

Meatloaf with mashed potatoes, beef stroganoff, spaghetti with meatballs, and chicken teriyaki with steamed rice.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 20, 2015

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