Description
Tender beef tips simmered in a rich mushroom gravy until fall-apart tender, served over buttery egg noodles. This slow-cooked comfort food classic fills your home with mouthwatering aromas and delivers restaurant-quality flavor with minimal effort.
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs beef stew meat (cut into small chunks): Opt for chuck roast if you prefer a more tender cut.
- 1 medium onion (chopped): Sweet onions are a great choice for their mild flavor.
- 2 cloves garlic (minced): Fresh garlic elevates the dish; avoid using jarred for best results.
- 1 can cream of mushroom soup (10.5 oz): Use reduced-fat versions if you’re cutting back on calories, but don’t skimp on flavor!
- 1 packet onion soup mix: A convenient way to add depth; I recommend Lipton’s brand for authentic taste.
- 0.5 cup beef broth: Homemade if you have it, but store-bought works just fine!
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce: This ingredient adds umami complexity to the dish.
- 1 teaspoon of salt: Adjust to your personal preference.
- 0.5 teaspoon pepper: Freshly ground is best!
- 1 tablespoon flour (for thickening, optional): This helps achieve that perfect, luscious gravy.
- 8 oz egg noodles (cooked and drained): Feel free to use whole wheat or gluten-free noodles if needed.
Instructions
Season Beef: Toss beef cubes with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.,Sear (Optional): Heat oil in skillet over high heat. Brown beef in batches (2 mins per side) for deeper flavor.,Slow Cook: Place beef in crockpot. Add all gravy ingredients except cornstarch. Stir gently.,Cook: Cover and cook on LOW 7-8 hours or HIGH 4-5 hours until beef is fork-tender.,Thicken (Optional): If desired, mix cornstarch with 2 tbsp cold water. Stir into crockpot last 30 mins.,Cook Noodles: Boil noodles according to package directions. Drain and toss with butter.,Serve: Ladle beef tips and gravy over noodles. Garnish with parsley.
Notes
Make Ahead: Beef improves in flavor when refrigerated overnight,Freezer Friendly: Freeze portions up to 3 months,Shortcut: Use pre-sliced mushrooms,Vegetable Add: Stir in frozen peas last 30 mins,Wine Pairing: Serve with a bold Cabernet Sauvignon
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 7 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American Comfort
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup beef + ¾ cup noodles
- Calories: 520 kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 980mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: undefined
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 135mg