Slow Cooker Beef Tips

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Introduction:
Tender, juicy beef simmered in a rich and flavorful sauce, these Slow Cooker Beef Tips are the epitome of comfort food. Perfectly seasoned and cooked low and slow in the crockpot, this dish is effortless to prepare yet yields incredibly delicious results. Serve it over mashed potatoes, rice, or noodles for a hearty and satisfying meal that the whole family will love.

Ingredients:

  • 2 pounds (about 900g) beef stew meat, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup (240ml) beef broth
  • 1/4 cup (60ml) soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Beef:

  • Place the beef stew meat in the slow cooker.
  • Add the diced onion and minced garlic on top of the beef.

2. Make the Sauce:

  • In a mixing bowl, whisk together the beef broth, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, tomato paste, brown sugar, dried thyme, dried rosemary, and black pepper until well combined.
  • Pour the sauce over the beef and onions in the slow cooker, ensuring the meat is evenly coated.

3. Slow Cook:

  • Cover the slow cooker with the lid and cook on low heat for 6-8 hours or on high heat for 3-4 hours, or until the beef is tender and cooked through.

4. Thicken the Sauce:

  • In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch and water to create a slurry.
  • Stir the slurry into the slow cooker with the beef tips.
  • Continue cooking on high heat for an additional 30 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened to your desired consistency.

5. Serve:

  • Once the beef tips are cooked and the sauce is thickened, remove the slow cooker insert from the base.
  • Serve the beef tips hot over mashed potatoes, rice, or noodles.
  • Garnish with chopped fresh parsley, if desired, before serving.

Tips for Success:

  • For added depth of flavor, sear the beef stew meat in a hot skillet before transferring it to the slow cooker.
  • Customize the seasoning to your taste preferences by adjusting the amount of herbs and spices used in the sauce.
  • If the sauce is too thin, you can further thicken it by simmering it on the stovetop in a saucepan over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until it reaches the desired consistency.

Recommendation:
These Slow Cooker Beef Tips make for a comforting and satisfying meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights or lazy weekends. The convenience of the slow cooker allows you to set it and forget it, while the beef becomes melt-in-your-mouth tender and infused with flavor from the aromatic sauce. Serve these beef tips with your favorite side dishes for a complete and hearty dinner that will warm you up from the inside out. Enjoy the delicious simplicity of this classic comfort food!

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