Slow Cooker Beef Tips with Mushroom Gravy

There is something especially comforting about a meal that practically cooks itself while filling the kitchen with the rich aroma of savory beef and mushrooms. Slow Cooker Beef Tips with Mushroom Gravy is exactly that kind of dinner: tender pieces of beef simmered slowly in a deeply flavorful mushroom gravy until everything becomes wonderfully rich and spoon-tender.

The beauty of this recipe is its simplicity. A few everyday ingredients come together in the slow cooker, and after several hours, you have a hearty meal with a silky, savory sauce that is perfect over mashed potatoes, rice, egg noodles, or even buttery pasta.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

This recipe is ideal for busy evenings when you want something filling without spending hours standing at the stove.

• Tender, flavorful beef: Slow cooking allows the beef to become exceptionally tender.
• Rich mushroom gravy: Mushrooms, onions, broth, and seasonings create a savory sauce.
• Mostly hands-off: Once everything is prepared, the slow cooker does the majority of the work.
• Family-friendly: The mild, comforting flavors pair well with a variety of side dishes.
• Great for leftovers: The flavors become even more developed after resting overnight.

Ingredients

For the Beef

• 2 pounds beef stew meat or beef tips, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 1 tablespoon olive oil, for browning
• 1 teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• ½ teaspoon onion powder
• ½ teaspoon paprika

For the Mushroom Gravy

• 8 ounces mushrooms, sliced
• 1 medium yellow onion, thinly sliced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 cups beef broth
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• ½ teaspoon dried rosemary
• 1 tablespoon tomato paste
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 3 tablespoons cold water
• 2 tablespoons butter
• Salt and black pepper, to taste

Optional

• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
• ½ cup sour cream for a slightly creamy gravy

Step 1: Prepare the Beef

Start by patting the beef tips dry with paper towels. Removing excess moisture helps the meat brown more effectively.

Place the beef in a bowl and season it with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika. Toss thoroughly so every piece is lightly coated.

You can technically skip the browning step and put the seasoned beef directly into the slow cooker, but browning adds another layer of savory flavor to the finished dish.

Step 2: Brown the Beef

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Once the pan is hot, add the beef in a single layer. Avoid overcrowding the skillet; work in batches if necessary.

Brown the pieces for approximately 1–2 minutes per side. You aren’t trying to cook the beef through at this stage. The goal is simply to develop a flavorful browned exterior.

Transfer the browned beef to the slow cooker.

Step 3: Sauté the Aromatics

Using the same skillet, add the sliced onion and mushrooms.

Cook for about 4–5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onions begin to soften and the mushrooms start releasing their moisture.

Add the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds.

Stir in the tomato paste and cook for approximately one minute. This brief cooking time helps deepen the tomato paste’s flavor.

Please Head On keep  on Reading  (>)