This Slow Cooker Mushroom Beef Tips is a rich, hearty comfort dish made with tender beef simmered low and slow in a savory mushroom gravy. Juicy, flavorful, and melt-in-your-mouth delicious, it’s perfect served over mashed potatoes, rice, or egg noodles for an easy, cozy family dinner.
Servings:Â 6
Ingredients
- 2½ to 3 pounds beef stew meat or sirloin tips cut into bite-size pieces
- 8 ounces fresh mushrooms sliced (white or cremini work well)
- 1 small yellow onion thinly sliced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 packet 1 oz onion soup mix
- 1 can 10.5 oz condensed cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup low-sodium beef broth
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme optional, for extra depth
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch + 2 tablespoons cold water for thickening, optional
Instructions
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Step 1 – Prepare the beef
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Pat the beef pieces dry with paper towels. Season lightly with black pepper.
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Step 2 – Layer the slow cooker
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Place the beef in the bottom of a 5–6 quart slow cooker. Add sliced mushrooms and onions over the top. Sprinkle in the minced garlic.
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Step 3 – Mix the sauce
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In a medium bowl, whisk together the onion soup mix, condensed mushroom soup, beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and thyme until mostly smooth.
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Step 4 – Combine
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Pour the sauce mixture evenly over the beef and vegetables. Do not stir — letting it cook undisturbed helps keep the meat tender.
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Step 5 – Cook
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Cover and cook on LOW for 6–8 hours or HIGH for 3–4 hours, until the beef is fork-tender and the flavors have blended beautifully.
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Step 6 – Thicken (optional)
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If you prefer a thicker gravy, whisk together cornstarch and cold water to form a slurry. Stir it into the slow cooker during the last 20–30 minutes of cooking and allow it to thicken.
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Step 7 – Serve
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Serve hot over mashed potatoes, egg noodles, or fluffy white rice. Spoon extra gravy over the top for maximum comfort food vibes.