Description
If you’re looking for a cozy and hearty dinner idea that requires minimal effort, this Slow Cooker Beef Tips and Gravy recipe is your go-to. It transforms affordable beef cuts into tender bites simmered in a rich, savory gravy. Perfect for easy dinners, family meals, or comfort food cravings, this dish pairs beautifully with mashed potatoes, noodles, or rice. Whether you’re seeking a quick weeknight dinner, a meal prep favorite, or just new food ideas for cold days, this slow cooker gem delivers every time.
Ingredients
2 pounds beef stew meat
1 tablespoon olive oil or butter
1 packet onion soup mix
1 can (10.5 ounces) cream of mushroom soup
2 cups beef broth
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons cornstarch
3 tablespoons cold water
Instructions
1. Heat olive oil or butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear beef stew meat in batches until browned on all sides. Avoid overcrowding the pan.
2. In a bowl, whisk together beef broth, onion soup mix, cream of mushroom soup, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, and black pepper until smooth.
3. Add browned beef to the slow cooker and pour the gravy mixture over it, ensuring all meat is coated.
4. Cover and cook on LOW for 6–7 hours or HIGH for 3–4 hours until beef is fork-tender.
5. About 30 minutes before serving, whisk together cornstarch and cold water to make a slurry. Stir it into the slow cooker.
6. Cook uncovered for another 20–30 minutes until the gravy thickens.
7. Serve hot over mashed potatoes, rice, or egg noodles. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
Brown the beef: While optional, browning adds rich flavor depth that makes a big difference.
Thicken to preference: Add more cornstarch slurry if you like a thicker gravy consistency.
Serving options: This dish is especially good over creamy mashed potatoes, but don’t skip trying it with buttered egg noodles or rice!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-7 hours
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 780
- Fat: 24
- Saturated Fat: 10
- Unsaturated Fat: 12
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 10
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 38
- Cholesterol: 110