Slow Cooker Beef Tips Gravy (Printable Version)

Tender beef tips in rich gravy made simple in your slow cooker.

# What You'll 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

# Directions:

01 - Evenly coat beef cubes with salt, pepper, and dried thyme, ensuring all pieces are well-seasoned.
02 - Transfer seasoned beef to the slow cooker insert. Top with chopped onion and minced garlic, distributing evenly.
03 - Whisk together beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, tomato paste, and flour or cornstarch in a medium bowl until completely smooth and lump-free.
04 - Pour liquid mixture over beef and vegetables. Stir gently to incorporate. Cover and cook on low setting for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours until beef is fork-tender.
05 - Taste gravy and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve hot over mashed potatoes, noodles, or rice, garnished with fresh parsley.

# Expert Hints:

01 -
  • Set it and forget it—your slow cooker does all the heavy lifting while you go about your day
  • The gravy develops deep, complex flavors that stovetop methods struggle to achieve
  • Leftovers taste even better, making it perfect for meal prep or tomorrow's lunch
02 -
  • That extra step of searing the beef in a hot skillet before slow cooking adds a caramelized depth that's absolutely worth the extra 10 minutes
  • If your gravy seems too thin at the end, just transfer it to a saucepan and simmer on the stove until it reaches your desired consistency
03 -
  • Cut your beef into uniform cubes so everything cooks at the same rate
  • Resist the urge to lift the lid too often—every peek adds about 15 minutes to the cooking time

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