Description
A warm, comforting dish of tender beef tips cooked in a rich gravy, perfect for cozy family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs beef tips (chuck roast or sirloin)
- 8 oz fresh cremini or button mushrooms, sliced
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp fresh thyme, chopped
- 1 tsp fresh rosemary, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
- 2 tbsp cold water (optional, for thickening)
Instructions
- Prepare the beef by cutting it into bite-sized pieces and seasoning with salt and pepper.
- In a skillet, heat a little oil over medium-high heat and sear the beef tips until browned on all sides.
- In the same skillet, sauté the onions and garlic until softened and fragrant.
- Layer the beef tips, sautéed onions, mushrooms, and herbs in a slow cooker. Pour in the beef broth and both sauces.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
- To thicken the gravy, mix cornstarch with cold water and stir it into the crock pot about 30 minutes before serving.
- Taste and adjust seasoning before serving.
- Serve the beef tips and gravy over mashed potatoes, rice, or your favorite side.
Notes
This dish is also adaptable; substitute beef with turkey or chicken for a lighter option, or add root vegetables for heartiness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 360 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: beef, crock pot, comfort food, family recipe, slow cooker