Slow Cooker Beef Tips And Gravy (Print)
Tender beef cubes simmer low and slow in savory gravy for the ultimate comfort meal.
# What You Need:
→ Meats
01 - 2 lbs beef stew meat, cut into 1-inch cubes
→ Vegetables & Aromatics
02 - 1 medium onion, finely chopped
03 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
→ Liquids
04 - 2 cups beef broth
05 - 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
→ Thickeners & Seasonings
06 - 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
07 - 1 tsp kosher salt
08 - 1/2 tsp black pepper
09 - 1 tsp dried thyme
10 - 1 tbsp tomato paste
# How to Make:
01 - Coat beef cubes evenly with salt, pepper, and dried thyme.
02 - Transfer seasoned beef to slow cooker. Top with chopped onion and minced garlic.
03 - Whisk together beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, tomato paste, and flour in a medium bowl until completely smooth.
04 - Pour liquid mixture over beef and vegetables. Stir gently to incorporate. Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours until beef is fork-tender.
05 - Taste gravy and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve over mashed potatoes, noodles, or rice. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The gravy develops this deep, restaurant quality flavor while you barely lift a finger
- Leftovers somehow taste even better the next day, if they last that long
02 -
- That extra step of searing the beef first makes a noticeable difference in flavor depth
- The gravy continues thickening as it cools, so do not panic if it looks slightly thin right after cooking
03 -
- Pat the beef completely dry before seasoning for better browning if you choose to sear
- Let the finished dish rest for 10 minutes before serving so the gravy settles