Easy Beef Stroganoff For Two

Directions

1. 1
   Dry the steak well and season with salt and pepper.
2. 2
   Heat the oil in a skillet over medium heat until just beginning to smoke.
3. 3
   Cook steaks until well browned on all sides and meat registers 125 degrees F, about 8 to 10 minutes.
4. 4
   Reduce heat if the brown bits on the bottom begin to burn.
5. 5
   Transfer steak to a plate and set aside.
6. 6
   By cooking the steak first then slicing as most recipes direct, this keeps the beef from overcooking.
7. 7
   Add mushrooms and onion to the skillet and cook until beginning to brown, 6 to 8 minutes.
8. 8
   Stir in flour and tomato paste and cook for about 1 minute.
9. 9
   Whisk in beef stock, brandy, soy sauce, mustard, and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper and bring to a simmer, scraping up any browned bits.
10. 10
    Add noodles and bring to boil.
11. 11
    Cover, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer, stirring occasionally, until noodles are tender and sauce is thickened, 8 to 10 minutes.
12. 12
    Meanwhile, slice steaks against grain into 1/4 inch thick slices.
13. 13
    Add the meat and any accumulated juices into the skillet with the noodles and cover until warmed through, about 1 minute.
14. 14
    Remove from heat and stir in sour cream and chives, taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as desired.