Slow Cooker Beef Tips Gravy (Printable)
Tender beef cubes slow-cooked in rich, savory gravy for an easy comforting meal.
# What You 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, gluten-free if needed
05 - 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
→ Thickeners & Seasonings
06 - 1/4 cup all-purpose flour or cornstarch for gluten-free
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
# Steps:
01 - Rub beef cubes with kosher salt, black pepper, and dried thyme, coating all sides evenly.
02 - Transfer seasoned beef to the slow cooker insert. Top with chopped onion and minced garlic.
03 - Whisk together beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, tomato paste, and flour or cornstarch in a medium bowl until completely smooth and no lumps remain.
04 - Pour the liquid mixture over the beef and vegetables in the slow cooker. Stir gently to distribute ingredients evenly.
05 - Cover and cook on low setting for 6 to 7 hours, or on high for 3 to 4 hours, until beef is fork-tender and gravy has thickened.
06 - Taste the gravy and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve over mashed potatoes, noodles, or rice, garnished with fresh parsley.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The gravy develops this incredible depth while you barely lift a finger
- Leftovers somehow taste even better the next day
02 -
- That extra five minutes to sear the beef first makes a huge difference in flavor
- The gravy continues thickening as it cools, so do not judge it too early
03 -
- Cornstarch makes a glossy gluten free gravy that looks just as beautiful
- Do not lift the lid too often, every peek adds about 15 minutes of cooking time