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Savory Crock Pot Beef Tips and Gravy

A warm, filling, and flavorful dish that features tender beef tips cooked slowly in a rich gravy. Perfect for cozy nights and easy to prepare.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 lbs beef stew meat Cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 oz dry onion soup mix Adds an irresistible depth of flavor
  • 2 cups beef broth Use low-sodium for better control of saltiness
  • 3 tbsp ketchup Brings sweetness and tang
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce Enhances the meaty flavor profile
  • 3 tbsp cornstarch Thickens the gravy
  • 3 tbsp minced garlic A fragrant touch
  • 0.5 tsp dried thyme Adds a warm herbal note
  • To taste salt Be mindful of the salt content
  • To taste pepper Freshly cracked for the best flavor

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Pat the stew meat dry with a paper towel, ensuring it’s ready for cooking.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the beef broth, onion soup mix, thyme, garlic, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, cornstarch, salt, and pepper until blended.
  3. Pour the mixture over the beef tips in the slow cooker, ensuring the meat is nicely coated.
Cooking
  1. Cover and set your slow cooker to low. Let it simmer for 7-8 hours until the beef is fork-tender.
Serving
  1. Dish out the beef tips over a bed of creamy mashed potatoes, rice, or noodles, letting the rich gravy drizzle down.

Notes

For extra flavor, consider adding some sliced mushrooms or onions to the slow cooker. If you like a spicier kick, add a dash of hot sauce or some crushed red pepper flakes to the sauce. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.