Slow Cooker Beef Tips
A comforting and flavorful dish of tender beef simmered with savory ingredients in a slow cooker, perfect for busy days or entertaining.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 3 pounds stew meat Use high-quality chuck roast for the best results.
- 2 tablespoons olive oil For browning the meat.
- 1.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 3 cups beef broth Use good quality for best flavor.
- 1 packet onion soup mix (2-ounce)
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 cup diced onion
- 2 cups sliced mushrooms
- 3 teaspoons minced garlic
- 0.25 cup water For cornstarch slurry.
- 3 tablespoons cornstarch For thickening the sauce.
Instructions
Preparation
- Heat a 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat and add the olive oil.
- Season the stew meat with salt and black pepper.
- Brown the meat in batches in the skillet, ensuring a golden crust.
- Transfer browned meat to a 4-quart slow cooker.
Building the Flavor
- Pour the beef broth over the browned meat.
- Add the onion soup mix, Worcestershire sauce, diced onion, mushrooms, and minced garlic to the slow cooker.
- Stir to combine all ingredients well.
Cooking
- Cover the slow cooker and choose to cook on low for 5 to 6 hours or on high for 3 to 4 hours.
Thickening the Sauce
- Thirty minutes before serving, mix water and cornstarch in a bowl until smooth.
- Stir the cornstarch mixture into the slow cooker and cover for the remaining 30 minutes.
Serving
- Use a ladle to serve the beef tips over mashed potatoes or pasta.
- Garnish with fresh herbs if desired.
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Notes
Store any leftovers in an airtight container. It's best kept in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days or frozen for up to 3 months.