Beef Tips with Mushroom Gravy

Here’s a hearty and delicious Beef Tips with Mushroom Gravy recipe that’s perfect for a comforting dinner. You can serve it over mashed potatoes, rice, or egg noodles.

🍲 Beef Tips with Mushroom Gravy

Ingredients

For the beef tips:

• 2 lbs beef stew meat or sirloin tips, cut into bite-sized pieces

• Salt & pepper, to taste

• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (or olive oil)

• 1 small onion, finely chopped

• 3 cloves garlic, minced

• 8 oz mushrooms, sliced (white or cremini)

For the gravy:

• 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour

• 2 cups beef broth (low sodium if preferred)

• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

• 1 teaspoon soy sauce (optional for extra umami)

• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme

• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder

• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

• Optional: 1/4 cup heavy cream or sour cream for a richer gravy

Instructions

1. Sear the Beef:

   • Season beef tips with salt and pepper.

   • In a large skillet or Dutch oven, heat oil over medium-high heat.

   • Brown the beef in batches to avoid overcrowding. Set browned beef aside.

2. Sauté Vegetables:

   • In the same pan, reduce heat to medium.

   • Add a little more oil if needed and sauté onion for 2–3 minutes until soft.

   • Add mushrooms and cook until browned, about 5–6 minutes.

   • Stir in garlic and cook for 30 seconds.

3. Make the Gravy:

   • Sprinkle flour over the mushroom mixture and stir well to coat.

   • Slowly whisk in beef broth, making sure there are no lumps.

   • Add Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce (if using), thyme, onion powder, and pepper.

4. Simmer:

   • Return the beef (and juices) to the pan.

   • Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low.

   • Cover and cook for 1 to 1.5 hours, or until beef is tender (if using a tougher cut).

5. Finish the Gravy:

   • Once beef is tender, uncover and simmer an additional 10 minutes to thicken.

   • Stir in heavy cream or sour cream at the end if using.

6. Serve:

   • Serve hot over mashed potatoes, egg noodles, or rice.

   • Garnish with chopped parsley if desired.

📝 Tips:

• Slow Cooker Option: Brown beef and sauté vegetables, then transfer everything to a slow cooker. Cook on low for 6–8 hours.

• Add-ins: Try adding a splash of red wine or a pinch of smoked paprika for extra depth.