Tender Beef Tips in Creamy Mushroom Gravy
Looking for a comforting, hearty dish that’s packed with rich flavor? These Tender Beef Tips in Creamy Mushroom Gravy are the ultimate cozy meal. Succulent, slow-cooked beef is paired with a savory blend of mushrooms, herbs, and spices to create a dish that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions.
Whether you prefer the slow cooker for convenience or the Instant Pot for speed, this recipe adapts beautifully to both cooking methods. The result is always the same—melt-in-your-mouth beef swimming in a luscious, savory mushroom gravy.
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Beef Tips | 2 pounds |
| All-Purpose Flour | 2 tablespoons |
| Butter | 3 tablespoons |
| White Onion (diced) | 1 medium |
| Cremini Mushrooms (sliced) | 8 ounces |
| Garlic Powder | 2 teaspoons |
| Onion Powder | 1 teaspoon |
| Dried Thyme | 1 teaspoon |
| Dried Rosemary | 1 teaspoon |
| Beef Bouillon Cube | 1 |
| Worcestershire Sauce | 1 tablespoon |
| Bay Leaf | 1 |
| Pepperoncinis (sliced) | ½ cup |
| Beef Stock | 1½–2 cups |
| Cornstarch | 2 tablespoons |
| Salt and Pepper | To taste |
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Beef
- Toss beef tips with flour, salt, and pepper until well coated.
- In a large skillet, melt butter over medium-high heat.
- Sear beef in batches until browned on all sides. Transfer to a plate.
Step 2: Sauté the Onions
- Add diced onions to the same skillet and cook for about 2 minutes, scraping up the browned bits.
Slow Cooker Method
- Transfer beef and onions to the slow cooker.
- Add mushrooms, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, rosemary, bouillon cube, Worcestershire sauce, pepperoncinis, bay leaf, and beef stock.
- Cover and cook on high for 3–4 hours or low for 6–7 hours.
- 30 minutes before done, whisk cornstarch with 3 tablespoons of water and stir into the slow cooker. Cook for 30 minutes more.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, then serve hot.
Instant Pot Method
- Add beef and onions back into the Instant Pot along with mushrooms, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, rosemary, bouillon cube, Worcestershire sauce, pepperoncinis, bay leaf, and beef stock.
- Seal and cook on the “Meat/Stew” setting for 35 minutes.
- Allow a natural release for 10 minutes, then release remaining pressure manually.
- Switch to “Sauté” mode, mix cornstarch with 3 tablespoons water, stir into the pot, and simmer until gravy thickens.
- Season to taste and serve.
Final Thoughts
This dish brings together the warmth of a home-cooked meal with the deep, savory flavors of tender beef and creamy mushroom gravy. It’s perfect for both everyday dinners and special occasions—comfort food at its finest.
Enjoy!
