Its my go-to meal when Im short on time and energy.

This is a list of all the recipes that always sound good no matter what, no matter when.

For me and my husband, Simply Recipes' founder ElisesHamburger Stroganoffis at the very top of our list.

Ground Beef Stroganoff

Simply Recipes / Elise Bauer

This meal never fails to deliver.

Friends, this is comfort food at its best.

I diverge from Elises instructions for preparing the meal slightly.

saute mushrooms for hamburger stroganoff

Simply Recipes / Elise Bauer

I use a 12-inch non-stick skillet and cook all the ground beef at once instead of in batches.

I just eyeball the amounts and taste as I go.