Description
This Crockpot Beef Tips and Gravy recipe is a comforting, hearty dish featuring tender beef stew meat slow-cooked with mushrooms, onions, and fragrant herbs in a rich, savory gravy. Perfect for a family meal, it delivers deep flavors with minimal hands-on time, simmering to perfection in your slow cooker.
Ingredients
Scale
Beef and Vegetables
- 2 tablespoons oil
- 3 pounds beef stew meat (cut into 1 inch pieces)
- 2 cups sliced mushrooms
- 1 onion (peeled and diced)
Liquids and Seasonings
- 1 1/2 cups beef stock
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
Thickening and Garnish
- 3 tablespoons cornstarch
- 3 tablespoons water (for cornstarch slurry)
- 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh parsley (for garnishing, optional)
Instructions
- Sear the Beef: Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Working in batches, sear the beef pieces on all sides until browned. This step locks in flavor and juices. Transfer the seared beef to the bowl of the slow cooker.
- Add Vegetables and Seasonings: Add the sliced mushrooms, diced onion, Worcestershire sauce, onion powder, garlic powder, dried thyme, salt, and pepper into the slow cooker with the beef. Stir gently to combine these flavorful ingredients.
- Add Beef Stock and Cook: Pour the beef stock into the slow cooker. Stir lightly and cover the Crockpot. Cook on high heat for 4 hours or on low heat for 8 hours until the beef is tender and flavors meld beautifully.
- Thicken the Gravy: In a small bowl, combine the cornstarch with 3 tablespoons of water to make a slurry. Stir this mixture into the slow cooker. Continue cooking uncovered for 10-15 minutes or until the sauce thickens slightly to a rich gravy consistency.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle freshly chopped parsley on top for a fresh pop of color and flavor, if desired. Serve the beef tips and gravy hot, ideal over mashed potatoes, rice, or noodles.
Notes
- Searing the beef before slow cooking enhances the flavor and texture.
- Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper towards the end of cooking to suit your taste.
- You can substitute cornstarch with flour if preferred but make a slurry before adding to avoid lumps.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated up to 3 days or frozen for longer storage.
- Serve with your favorite side like mashed potatoes or buttered noodles for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
