Beef Tips and Gravy
A comforting, easy-to-make dinner featuring tender beef in a rich gravy, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 pounds boneless beef, cut into bite-sized pieces Use stew meat, sirloin tips, or trimmed chuck.
- 1 cup beef broth Use low-sodium broth for better control over salt.
- 1 medium onion, chopped Adds sweetness to the gravy.
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 packet gravy mix, your choice of flavor Can also use a cornstarch slurry to thicken.
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil For browning the beef.
- Fresh herbs for garnish Use whatever is available, like parsley or thyme.
Instructions
Preparation
- Trim any large pieces of fat from the beef and cut into bite-sized pieces. Pat the pieces dry with a paper towel. Season beef with salt and pepper.
- Heat vegetable oil in a heavy skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Brown the beef in batches for 2-3 minutes on each side until a rich brown crust forms.
- Chop the onion. Add seared beef and chopped onion to the slow cooker. Pour in beef broth and Worcestershire sauce.
- In a small bowl, mix the packet of gravy mix with a bit of room-temperature broth until smooth, then pour into the slow cooker and stir to combine.
Cooking
- Set slow cooker to low and cook for 6 to 8 hours or until beef is fork-tender.
- Before serving, taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. If gravy is too thin, mix 1 teaspoon cornstarch with cold water, stir in and cook on high for 20-30 minutes.
- Finish with a sprinkle of fresh herbs and serve over mashed potatoes, rice, or egg noodles.
Notes
Leftovers keep well and often taste better the next day. Store in airtight containers in the fridge for 3-4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 33gFat: 26gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 800mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2g
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