This recipe is called 'Poor Man's Stroganoff' but I swear I always feel like king when eating it

Introducing our flavorful and comforting recipe for Slow Cooker Poor Man's Stroganoff! This dish holds a special place in my heart as it brings back cherished memories from my childhood. Growing up, my family didn't have much to spare, but my mom always had a knack for transforming humble ingredients into delicious meals that warmed both our stomachs and our souls. Poor Man's Stroganoff was one such creation, a budget-friendly adaptation of the classic Russian dish. With its rich and creamy sauce, tender ground beef, and earthy mushrooms, it provided a taste of indulgence even when resources were limited.

Whenever my mom prepared this dish, the aroma would fill our home, inviting everyone to the kitchen with eager anticipation. As the ingredients simmered in the slow cooker for hours, the flavors melded together, creating a tantalizing symphony of tastes. The first bite would transport us to a place of comfort and contentment, a respite from life's worries. It became a staple on our dinner table, a reminder that even in challenging times, a little creativity and love could transform the simplest of ingredients into something truly extraordinary. Today, I share this recipe with you, hoping that it not only fills your belly but also brings a sense of warmth and nostalgia, just as it has for me and my family over the years.

1 pound ground beef
1 small onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 can (10.75 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup
1 cup beef broth
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 cup sliced mushrooms
1/2 cup sour cream
Salt and pepper to taste
Cooked egg noodles or rice, for serving
Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Heat a skillet over medium heat and brown the ground beef until fully cooked. Drain any excess fat from the skillet.

Transfer the cooked ground beef to the slow cooker.

In the same skillet, add the diced onion and minced garlic. Sauté until the onion becomes translucent and the garlic is fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.

Add the sautéed onion and garlic to the slow cooker with the ground beef.

Add the condensed cream of mushroom soup, beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, and sliced mushrooms to the slow cooker. Stir well to combine all the ingredients.

Season with salt and pepper according to your taste.

Cover the slow cooker and cook on low heat for 6-8 hours or on high heat for 3-4 hours. This allows the flavors to meld together and the meat to become tender.

Just before serving, stir in the sour cream until well incorporated into the sauce.

Serve the Poor Man's Stroganoff over cooked egg noodles or rice.

Garnish with freshly chopped parsley, if desired.