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Crock Pot Beef Tips and Gravy

This comforting and savory slow cooker recipe features tender beef tips simmered in a rich, flavorful gravy. It's the perfect dinner for busy weeknights or cozy family meals. Serve over mashed potatoes, rice, or noodles for a hearty and satisfying dish.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time7 hours
Total Time7 hours 10 minutes
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4
Calories: 320kcal

Ingredients

For the Beef Tips and Gravy:

  • 2 lbs beef stew meat
  • 1 1 oz packet dry onion soup mix
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 3 tbsp ketchup
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 3 tbsp cornstarch
  • 3 tbsp minced garlic
  • ½ tsp dried thyme
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Prepare the Beef
  • Pat the stew meat dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
  • Place the beef in a 6-quart slow cooker.
  • Mix the Seasonings
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the beef broth, dry onion soup mix, thyme, minced garlic, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, cornstarch, salt, and pepper.
  • Pour the mixture over the beef in the slow cooker, ensuring the meat is fully coated.
  • Cook
  • Cover the slow cooker with the lid and cook on low for 7-8 hours, or until the beef is tender and flavorful.
  • Serve
  • Serve the beef tips and gravy hot over mashed potatoes, rice, or noodles.
  • Notes
  • Gluten-Free Option: Use a gluten-free onion soup mix and beef broth to make this recipe gluten-free.
  • Add Vegetables: For extra nutrition, add carrots, mushrooms, or pearl onions halfway through the cooking time.
  • Thicker Gravy: If you prefer a thicker gravy, remove some of the liquid toward the end of cooking and whisk in an additional 1-2 teaspoons of cornstarch dissolved in water. Return the mixture to the slow cooker and stir until thickened.
  • Serving Suggestions

This dish pairs perfectly with:

  • Creamy mashed potatoes
  • Steamed white or brown rice
  • Buttered egg noodles
  • A side of roasted vegetables or a simple green salad