Slow Cooker Beef Tips And Gravy (Print Version)

Tender beef tips in rich gravy simmered slowly for fork-tender perfection. An effortless comfort meal.

# What You Need:

01 - 2 lbs beef stew meat, cut into 1-inch cubes

02 - 1 medium onion, finely chopped

03 - 3 cloves garlic, minced

04 - 2 cups beef broth, gluten-free if needed

05 - 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce

06 - ¼ cup all-purpose flour or cornstarch for gluten-free

07 - 1 tsp kosher salt

08 - ½ tsp black pepper

09 - 1 tsp dried thyme

10 - 1 tbsp tomato paste

11 - Chopped fresh parsley

12 - Mashed potatoes, noodles, or rice

01 - Combine salt, pepper, and thyme. Coat beef cubes evenly with seasoning mixture.

02 - Place seasoned beef in slow cooker. Top with chopped onion and minced garlic.

03 - Whisk together beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, tomato paste, and flour or cornstarch in a medium bowl until smooth and well-combined.

04 - Pour gravy mixture over beef and vegetables. Stir gently to distribute evenly.

05 - Cover and cook on low setting for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours until beef is fork-tender and gravy has thickened.

06 - Taste the gravy and adjust salt or pepper as needed before serving.

07 - Spoon beef and gravy over mashed potatoes, noodles, or rice. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.

01 -

The gravy develops this incredible depth that only low and slow cooking can achieve
You get fork tender beef without standing over a hot stove
Makes the house smell amazing all day long

02 -

Searing the beef first adds incredible flavor but is not essential for a delicious result
The gravy will thicken as it cools so do not worry if it looks thinner than you expect during cooking
Cornstarch makes a glossier gravy while flour gives a more rustic velvety texture

03 -

Cut your beef into slightly larger pieces since it will shrink during cooking
Let the finished dish rest for 15 minutes before serving so the gravy sets slightly