Description
Experience the comforting aroma of Slow Cooker Beef Tips with Rich Gravy, a perfect dish for family gatherings or cozy nights at home. Tender beef tips simmer slowly in a luscious gravy, creating a mouthwatering meal that pairs beautifully with mashed potatoes or egg noodles. This hearty dish not only satisfies your taste buds but also warms your heart with nostalgic memories of home-cooked meals.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs beef chuck roast, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 2 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 1 large sweet onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 3 sprigs fresh thyme
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water (for thickening)
Instructions
- Prep Ingredients: Chop the onion and mince the garlic to create a flavorful base.
- Brown the Beef: In a skillet over medium-high heat, sear the beef cubes until browned on all sides for enhanced flavor.
- Slow Cooker Setup: Place the browned beef, onions, garlic, beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, soy sauce, and black pepper into your slow cooker. Stir gently to combine.
- Cook: Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours until the beef is tender.
- Thicken Gravy: Remove beef from the slow cooker. Mix cornstarch with water and stir into the remaining liquid in the slow cooker. Cook on low for an additional 10 minutes until thickened.
- Serve: Spoon the beef tips over mashed potatoes or egg noodles and drizzle with gravy.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 95mg