Tender Homestyle Beef Tips with Rich Gravy Recipe
There’s something timeless and soul-satisfying about a pot of tender homestyle beef tips simmering away in a Dutch oven. This recipe has been a family favorite in our home for years. Especially on chilly evenings or slow weekends when a hearty, no-fuss meal is just what we need.
Servings: 6 Servings
Calories: 385kcal
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Equipment
Ingredients
- 3 Pounds Beef Stew Meat or sirloin tips
- 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 Medium Onion chopped
- 3 Cloves Garlic minced
- 2 Cups Beef Broth
- 1 Tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce
- 1 Teaspoon Dried Thyme or 1 tbsp fresh
- 1 Teaspoon Onion Powder
- 1 Teaspoon Garlic Powder
- 1 Teaspoon Instant Coffee optional for a deeper and richer taste
Thickening the Gravy
- 1 Tablespoon Cornstarch
- 2 Tablespoons Water cold
Instructions
- Brown the Beef. Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Season the beef with salt and pepper, then sear in batches until browned on all sides. Don’t overcrowd the pan. Transfer browned meat to a plate.3 Pounds Beef Stew Meat, 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil, Salt and black pepper
- Sauté the Aromatics. In the same pot, reduce heat to medium. Add chopped onions and cook for 3–4 minutes until softened. Stir in garlic and cook for another 30 seconds.1 Medium Onion, 3 Cloves Garlic
- Deglaze and Simmer. Return the beef to the pot. Add beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, onion powder, and garlic powder. Scrape up any brown bits from the bottom of the pot—they add great flavor!2 Cups Beef Broth, 1 Tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce, 1 Teaspoon Dried Thyme, 1 Teaspoon Onion Powder, 1 Teaspoon Garlic Powder, 1 Teaspoon Instant Coffee
- Slow Cook. Bring to a simmer. Reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 2 to 2 ½ hours, or until the beef is fork-tender.
- Thicken the Gravy. In a small bowl, mix cornstarch with cold water to make a slurry. Stir into the simmering pot and cook for another 5–10 minutes, until the gravy thickens to your liking. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.1 Tablespoon Cornstarch, 2 Tablespoons Water
- Serve hot over mashed potatoes, buttered noodles, or white rice with a side of roasted vegetables or green beans.
Nutrition
Calories: 385kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 52g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 141mg | Sodium: 464mg | Potassium: 889mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 9IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 63mg | Iron: 5mg