Slow Cooker Beef Tips Gravy (Printable Version)
Tender beef tips slow-cooked in rich, savory gravy for an easy comforting meal.
# What You'll 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
→ For Serving
11 - Chopped fresh parsley
12 - Mashed potatoes, noodles, or rice
# How To Make It:
01 - Rub beef cubes evenly with salt, pepper, and dried thyme, coating all surfaces.
02 - Arrange seasoned beef in the slow cooker insert, then 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 and lump-free.
04 - Pour liquid mixture over beef and vegetables. Stir gently to distribute evenly. Cover and cook on low setting for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours until beef is fork-tender.
05 - Taste gravy and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve immediately over mashed potatoes, noodles, or rice, garnished with fresh parsley.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The gravy that develops in the slow cooker has this incredible depth that can't be rushed, and it coats every single piece of beef like a warm hug
- There's practically zero active cooking time, which means you can go about your day while dinner basically makes itself
02 -
- Searing the beef first adds a depth of flavor from the browned bits, but honestly, I skip it half the time and nobody's ever complained
- The gravy will continue to thicken as it stands, so don't panic if it looks a little thin when you first lift the lid
03 -
- Cut your beef into slightly larger cubes than you think necessary because they shrink as they cook
- Let the finished dish rest for 10-15 minutes before serving—the gravy settles and the meat reabsorbs some juices