Nourishing Beef Stroganoff
Creamy, grounding, and deeply satisfying.
Whole food nourishment for a whole woman.
Why You’ll Love This
This recipe exists for the nights you want comfort without feeling heavy or inflamed afterward. It’s a simple, one-pan-style meal that supports steady blood sugar, provides quality protein, and delivers that familiar cozy flavor many of us grew up with, just made more supportive for gut and hormone health. Warm, filling, and easy to come back to when life feels full.
Prep Details
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 4
Ingredients
• 1 lb ground beef
• 6 oz pasta of choice
• 2 cups beef broth
• ¾ cup milk of choice
• 1 shallot or ½ yellow onion, diced
• ¼ cup baby bella mushrooms, roughly chopped
• ⅓ cup fresh or frozen chopped spinach
• 2 tablespoons Clean Monday Meals cream of mushroom
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 Tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 Tbsp Dijon mustard
• 1 Tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 1 Tbsp oil for cooking
Optional swaps or notes
• Use gluten-free or chickpea pasta if needed
• Dairy-free milk works well here
• Ground turkey or bison can replace beef
• Add extra spinach for more fiber and minerals
Directions
Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add shallot and mushrooms and cook until soft and lightly browned. Remove from skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add ground beef and cook until fully browned. Remove beef but leave the juices in the pan.
Add beef broth and pasta to the skillet. Cover and simmer for about 10 minutes, or until pasta is cooked through.
Stir in milk, paprika, garlic powder, Worcestershire, Dijon, and cream of mushroom. Mix well.
Return cooked beef, mushrooms, shallots, and spinach to the skillet. Simmer gently until thickened and spinach is wilted.
Season with salt and pepper to taste. Finish with fresh parsley and serve warm.
Functional Wellness Notes
How this recipe supports your body:
Protein: Ground beef supports blood sugar balance, metabolism, and hormone production
Healthy fats: Naturally occurring fats aid satiety and nutrient absorption
Fiber-rich ingredients: Mushrooms, spinach, and onion support gut health and detox pathways
Anti-inflammatory herbs and spices: Paprika, garlic, and parsley help support immune balance
Healing doesn’t require perfection, just consistency.
Best For
• Hormone balance
• PCOS-friendly meals
• Gut support
• Blood sugar stability
• Busy weeks and gentle nourishment
Storage & Prep Tips
• Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days
• Great for meal prep lunches or quick dinners
• Best enjoyed warm, reheats well on the stovetop or microwave
A Gentle Reminder
Food is one piece of the puzzle. This recipe is meant to support your body, not “fix” it. If you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure what your body needs next, clarity is always the first step.
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