Beef Tips and Gravy
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this rich and hearty Beef Tips and Gravy recipe, perfect for family dinners or special occasions. Tender, seared beef stew meat simmers slowly in a savory blend of beef broth, red wine, and aromatic seasonings, creating a melt-in-your-mouth dish full of robust flavors. A touch of Worcestershire sauce and herbs like thyme elevate the gravy to gourmet levels, while a cornstarch slurry ensures the perfect velvety consistency. Ideal for serving over creamy mashed potatoes, fluffy rice, or buttery egg noodles, this dish is a cozy, satisfying classic that’s as versatile as it is delicious. With just 15 minutes of prep time and the magic of slow cooking, you’ll be rewarded with a show-stopping meal that’s sure to become a favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds beef stew meat
- 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large, chopped onion
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- 3 cups beef broth
- 0.5 cup red wine
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 whole bay leaf
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
Instructions
Place the beef stew meat in a large bowl. Add the flour, salt, and pepper, and toss the beef in the mixture until it's well-coated.
Heat the olive oil in a large, heavy skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the beef in batches, searing until all sides are browned, about 5 minutes per batch. Remove the beef from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the chopped onion and cook until it becomes translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
Return the browned beef and any accumulated juices to the skillet. Pour in the beef broth and red wine, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
Add the Worcestershire sauce, bay leaf, and dried thyme to the skillet. Stir everything together, bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the beef is tender.
Once the beef is tender, remove and discard the bay leaf. Stir in the butter.
In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with water to create a slurry. Gradually pour this into the simmering beef mixture while stirring until the gravy has thickened to your desired consistency.
Taste the gravy and adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed.
Serve the beef tips and gravy hot over mashed potatoes, rice, or egg noodles.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
565 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 41.2 g | 53% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.5 g | 78% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 116 mg | 39% | |
| Sodium | 960 mg | 42% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 15.9 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.1 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.2 g | ||
| Protein | 33.3 g | 67% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 50 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 5.1 mg | 28% | |
| Potassium | 663 mg | 14% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
