On Oct 17, 11:22 am, Steve Y > wrote:
> Just made a batch of perfectly acceptable beef stroganoff for supper but
> my reaction was as usual, edible but boring. What does it take to make
> it a dish to rave about ?
>
> Recipe I followed was to soften shallots/onions in olive oil, then add
> sliced mushrooms, leave to soften and then add some lemon juice and
> leave to one side. Brown strips of beef in pan, add some paprika and the
> mushroom/onion mix and then some cream. Leave to warm though and then
> serve over rice.
>
> It was perfectly edible but boring. I'm not sure whether it is the
> recipe that is missing something or whether it needs a side dish.

Truthfully, that sounds lovely. One of the best things I've seen here
in a while. I would add some black pepper and salt to my plate, but
why does a nice, wholesome dish like you described have to be
"interesting"??
>
> Any suggestions as to how to add that "je ne sais quoi" welcome

Use a variety of mushrooms. Maybe serve it over brown rice, or maybe
homemade egg noodles.

Don't spoil a great thing.
>
> Steve

--Bryan