Slow Cooker Beef Tips And Gravy (Printable Version)
Tender beef cubes slow-cooked in a rich, savory gravy for the ultimate comfort meal.
# What You Need:
→ Meats
01 - 2 lbs beef stew meat, cut into 1-inch cubes
→ Vegetables & Aromatics
02 - 1 medium onion, finely chopped
03 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
→ Liquids
04 - 2 cups beef broth
05 - 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
→ Thickeners & Seasonings
06 - ¼ cup all-purpose flour or cornstarch
07 - 1 tsp kosher salt
08 - ½ tsp black pepper
09 - 1 tsp dried thyme
10 - 1 tbsp tomato paste
→ For Serving
11 - Chopped fresh parsley
12 - Mashed potatoes, noodles, or rice
# How To Make It:
01 - Combine beef tips with salt, pepper, and dried thyme, coating evenly.
02 - Arrange seasoned beef in the slow cooker. Top with chopped onion and minced garlic.
03 - Whisk together beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, tomato paste, and flour in a medium bowl until completely smooth.
04 - Pour liquid mixture over beef and vegetables. Stir gently to incorporate. Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours until beef is fork-tender and gravy has thickened.
05 - Sample the gravy and adjust salt and pepper as desired.
06 - Spoon beef tips and gravy over mashed potatoes, noodles, or rice. Sprinkle with fresh parsley if using.
# Expert Suggestions:
01 -
- The gravy develops this incredible depth while you go about your day, barely thinking about dinner at all.
- Leftovers somehow taste even better, making those lazy weeknight lunches feel like a treat.
02 -
- Searing the beef first adds a depth of flavor that is absolutely worth the extra ten minutes and dirty pan.
- Cornstarch makes the gravy glossy and clear while flour gives you that opaque, comfort food restaurant look.
03 -
- Trim any really large pieces of fat from the beef before cooking unless you want incredibly rich gravy.
- Shallots instead of onion make this feel fancy enough for dinner party company.