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Beef stew served over wide egg noodles on a white plate.
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Crockpot Beef Tips and Gravy

Tender, flavorful Crockpot Beef Tips and Gravy are slow-cooked with onions, garlic, beef broth, and savory seasonings until the beef is fall-apart tender. A simple cornstarch slurry creates a rich, thick gravy that’s perfect served over mashed potatoes, rice, or noodles.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time8 hours
Total Time8 hours 15 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Servings: 6 Servings
Calories: 357kcal
Author: Kim Schob

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 2 ½ pounds beef stew meat or sirloin steak, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 medium onion sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 ounce onion soup mix or one packet
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • ½ teaspoon dried rosemary
  • 3 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 3 tablespoons cold water

Instructions

  • Place the beef pieces in a large bowl or on a cutting board. Season evenly with the salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
  • Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the beef in a single layer and brown it on all sides. Work in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding the skillet.
  • Transfer the browned beef to the crockpot.
  • Add the sliced onion and minced garlic to the crockpot with the beef.
  • Pour the beef broth into the crockpot. Add the onion soup mix, Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, dried thyme, and dried rosemary. Stir gently to combine.
  • Cover the crockpot and cook on low for 6 to 8 hours, or until the beef is tender and easily pulls apart with a fork.
  • About 15 minutes before serving, add the cornstarch and cold water to a small bowl. Whisk until completely smooth and no lumps remain.
  • Stir the cornstarch mixture into the beef and gravy in the crockpot.
  • Leave the crockpot uncovered and continue cooking for 10 to 15 minutes, or until the gravy has thickened to your desired consistency.
  • Serve the beef tips and gravy warm over mashed potatoes, rice, or noodles.

Notes

  • Bring the Beef Out Before Cooking: Let the beef sit at room temperature for about 15 minutes before browning for more even searing.
  • Preheat the Skillet Well: Wait until the oil is hot before adding the beef so it develops a nicely browned exterior.
  • Deglaze the Skillet: After searing, add a splash of beef broth and scrape up the browned bits to add to the crockpot.
  • Let the Gravy Settle: Let the finished beef tips sit for a few minutes before serving so the gravy can continue thickening.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Serving | Calories: 357kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 44g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 117mg | Sodium: 1377mg | Potassium: 796mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 12IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 64mg | Iron: 5mg