Description
A comforting and savory dish featuring tender beef tips simmered in rich gravy, perfect for cozy nights with family.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs Beef Tips (chuck or sirloin)
- 1 large Onion, chopped
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 3 cups Beef Broth
- 8 oz Mushrooms (cremini or button), sliced
- 3 tbsp Worcestershire Sauce
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1/2 tsp Pepper
- 1 tsp Fresh Thyme
- 2 Bay Leaves
- Optional: Fresh Parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Prep the ingredients: Cut beef into cubes, chop onions, and mince garlic.
- Sear the beef (optional): Brown beef tips in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Layer in the slow cooker: Add beef tips, chopped onions, minced garlic, and mushrooms.
- Mix the gravy ingredients: Combine beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Pour this mixture over the beef and vegetables, tossing gently to combine.
- Add thyme and bay leaves for fragrance.
- Cook on low: Cover and let it cook for 6 to 8 hours.
- Thicken the gravy (optional): Add a cornstarch slurry in the last half hour if desired.
- Serve the beef tips over mashed potatoes, rice, or with crusty bread.
Notes
Searing the beef enhances flavor. Layer ingredients in the crock pot for better flavor absorption.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 480 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: slow cooker, comfort food, family recipe, beef tips, cozy nights