Here’s a delicious, easy slow cooker recipe for Beef Tips & Gravy—tender, savory, and perfect over rice, mashed potatoes, or noodles.
Slow Cooker Beef Tips & Gravy
Ingredients (serves 4–6):
- 2 lbs (900 g) beef stew meat or sirloin tips
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil or vegetable oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard (optional)
- 1 tsp dried thyme or 1 tbsp fresh thyme
- ½ tsp paprika
- 2 tbsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp water (for thickening)
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Sear the beef (optional but recommended):
- Season beef with salt and pepper.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and brown the beef on all sides (2–3 minutes per side).
- Transfer to the slow cooker.
- Prepare the slow cooker:
- Add chopped onions, garlic, beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, thyme, and paprika.
- Stir to combine and cover.
- Cook:
- Low: 6–8 hours
- High: 3–4 hours
- Beef should be tender and easily shredded with a fork.
- Make the gravy:
- Remove beef and set aside.
- Mix cornstarch with water to make a slurry.
- Stir into the liquid in the slow cooker and cook on high for 10–15 minutes until thickened.
- Serve:
- Return beef to the gravy and stir gently.
- Garnish with parsley and serve over mashed potatoes, rice, or egg noodles.
Tips
- For richer flavor: Sear beef and onions in the same pan before adding to the slow cooker.
- Optional add-ins: Mushrooms, bell peppers, or carrots can be added with the onions.
- Make ahead: This dish tastes even better the next day after flavors meld.
💡 Pro tip: If you want an extra creamy gravy, stir in ½ cup of sour cream just before serving.
I can also give you a version with red wine for a deeper, restaurant-style flavor if you want to elevate it.
Do you want me to provide that red wine version?
