Crockpot Beef Tips with Rich Homemade Gravy Recipe
This Easy Crockpot Beef Tips with Gravy recipe delivers tender, juicy beef cooked slow and low in a savory homemade gravy. Perfect for cozy dinners, this hearty meal pairs wonderfully with mashed potatoes, rice, or egg noodles. With minimal prep and simple ingredients, it’s a comforting, melt-in-your-mouth dish that’s ideal for busy weeknights or meal prep.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours (low) or 3-4 hours (high)
- Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes to 8 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: 4-6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
For the Beef Tips:
- 2 lbs (900g) beef stew meat or sirloin tips, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (for browning, optional)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 cups beef broth
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce (for depth of flavor)
For the Gravy:
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 3 tablespoons water (to make a slurry)
- ½ cup heavy cream (optional, for creamier gravy)
Instructions
- Brown the Beef (Optional, But Recommended!): Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Season the beef tips with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika. Sear the beef in batches for 2-3 minutes per side until nicely browned to lock in flavor. Transfer the browned beef to the slow cooker.
- Slow Cook the Beef: Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the slow cooker with the beef. Pour in the beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and soy sauce. Stir gently to combine. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours for ultra-tender beef, or on high for 3-4 hours if short on time.
- Make the Gravy: About 30 minutes before serving, mix the cornstarch and water in a small bowl to make a slurry. Stir this slurry into the slow cooker to thicken the gravy. For a creamier, velvety texture, optionally stir in ½ cup of heavy cream. Let the gravy thicken as the beef finishes cooking.
- Serve & Enjoy: Spoon the tender beef tips and rich gravy over mashed potatoes, rice, or egg noodles. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley if desired. Serve hot and savor this comforting dish.
Notes
- Searing the beef first adds greater depth of flavor and locks in juices, but it’s optional.
- Cooking on low heat for 6-8 hours yields the most tender, flavorful beef.
- For a thicker gravy, increase the cornstarch slurry by an additional tablespoon.
- To add extra richness, consider a splash of red wine or balsamic vinegar during cooking.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or freeze up to 3 months.
- Reheat on stovetop over medium heat, in the microwave in 30-second intervals, or in the slow cooker on low for about 1 hour.
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