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If you’re looking for the most flavorful, melt-in-your-mouth Beef Tips and Gravy, this is it! I took my momma’s classic recipe and gave it a little upgrade—adding flavor boosters that save time but don’t skimp on taste. With a few secret ingredients, the gravy turns extra rich, and the beef becomes fall-apart tender. This one’s been a family favorite for years, and I just know it’ll be one of yours too!
Why you’ll love these Beef Tips with Gravy
I took my momma’s recipe—the one I grew up with and loved—and added a few flavor boosters that save time while keeping all that rich, homemade taste.
Growing up, I remember coming home after church to a big pot of tender beef tips simmering in a deep, flavorful gravy. The whole house smelled amazing, and you just knew a comforting meal was waiting on the stove.
The best part? You don’t have to spend all day in the kitchen to get that same slow-simmered flavor. With a few smart shortcuts—like beefy onion soup mix, brown gravy packets, and a splash of red wine—this dish comes together so easily and is packed with flavor.
What makes these crave-worthy!
❥ Easy Comfort Food: Using a few ingredients, you get a warm comfort food meal!
❥Tender and Flavorful: The meat turns out extra tender, and the gravy is rich and flavorful.
❥ Versatile: These can be made on the stovetop, slow cooker, or even in the oven. A meal the whole family will love!
NikkiWhat You’ll need for Beef Tips with Gravy
- Beef Tips: Sirlion Tips, Chuck Roast, or Stew Beef will work.
- Salt & Black Pepper: Do this to taste. The seasoning and gravy packages will have some sodium so use salt to your liking.
- Onion and Garlic: Dice some onion and mince fresh garlic. This packs some fresh flavor into the dish. You can also substitute ¾ teaspoon of each onion and garlic powder.
- Olive Oil and Butter: But you will need a little of either or both to saute your beef tips and veggies.
- Red Wine: A dry red wine works well. If you prefer not to use red wine replace it with additional beef broth.
- Beef Broth: This helps tenderize the beef and create a delicious gravy.
- Beefy Onion Soup & Brown Gravy Mix: Use one package of the dry mix for each. Both add so much richness and the best flavor.
Equipment Used:
How to Cook Beef Tips in Gravy
✱ Be sure to see the recipe card below for exact ingredients and full recipe instructions!
Step 1 | Sear Beef Tips
Heat a large pot over medium heat, and add oil and the meat.
Season with salt and pepper and brown the meat on all sides.
Use a slotted spoon to remove the meat from the pot and transfer it to a plate.
Step 2 | Sauté Onion and Garlic
Melt butter in the Dutch oven, then cook the chopped onion and garlic.
Step 3 | Add Wine, Beef Broth & Deglaze Pan
Stir in the red wine and beef broth, scraping up the brown bits from the bottom (this is where so much of the flavor is) as you add the liquids.
Step 4 | Add Beef Tips Back to Dutch Oven
Add the beef tips and juices back to the dutch oven.
Step 5 | Stir in Onion Soup Mix, Brown Gravy Mix, Mushroom Soup & Cook
Next, pour in dry onion soup mix, dry brown gravy mix, and cans of cream of mushroom soup.
Then stir to combine.
Bring to a simmer and then reduce to a gentle simmer. Cook for 1 ½ to 2 hours or until tender.
TIPS:
- Thickness of the gravy: To thicken, stir in a cornstarch slurry. This gravy can be as thick or thin as you like. To thin, add in more beef broth as desired.
- To deepen the gravy’s color, add a few drops of kitchen bouquet.
Garnish with fresh minced parsley and enjoy!
This can also be cooked in the slow cooker or in the oven.
Slow Cooker Beef Tips and Gravy:
After searing the beef tips and sautéing the onions and garlic, transfer them to the slow cooker. Add in remaining ingredients and stir to combine. Cook for 7-8 hours on LOW or 5-6 hours on HIGH. To further thicken, make a slurry from about one-fourth cup of water and 3 tablespoons of cornstarch or flour. Whisk together and pour into the crockpot. It should thicken pretty quickly, but let it cook for 15 minutes to completely thicken.
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Dutch Oven Beef Tips and Gravy:
Complete all steps as directed, but cover and place the dutch oven in a preheated 275°F oven and cook for about 4 hours, or until the beef is tender.
Beef Tips Recipe Stove Top Variations
- Mushroom Gravy: If your family loves mushrooms, I recommend sautéing them with your onions and garlic. This adds even more flavor and is so delicious.
- Add in veggies: If you want more of a pot roast flavor, add in some carrots and/or diced potatoes while cooking.
- Want even more richness? Add in some Worcestershire or soy sauce.
Beef Tips on Stove Recipe FAQs
You can use more tender cuts of meat – like Sirloin, Ribeye, or Tenderloin, which all require less cook time. If using tougher cuts of meat -like Chuck Roast, Rump Roast, Stew Meat, or Brisket, it will require longer cook times and is best suited for low and slow cooking.
If the meat isn’t as tender as you would like, simply continue to cook it until it’s desired tenderness.
Yes, you can skip the soup and use fresh mushrooms or omit it altogether. If adding fresh mushrooms, do so when sauteing the onions. For the best gravy when not using the mushroom soup, you will want to add ¼ cup of flour after sauteing the onions and garlic (add 2 tablespoons of butter if there aren’t enough fat drippings from the beef. Sprinkle in the flour and stir to coat. Cook for 2 minutes. Then proceed with the recipe, omitting the soup.
Beef tips and stew meat are generally not the same, and it can be hard to tell from the label. By purchasing meat (Beef Tips) that is directly labeled (sirloin or tenderloin), you will know specifically what the cut of meat is. Stew meat typically uses a tougher cut, such as chuck or rump roast, and may include a combination of meats. Stew meat can be used in this recipe and is delicious, but it will require more cooking time.
What to Serve with this Beef Tips and Gravy Stove Top Recipe
This recipe is perfect for serving over mashed potatoes, alongside easy loaded mashed potatoes, or on a baked potato!
Another delicious option is to serve it with egg noodles, white rice (This is my favorite way to eat it), or rice pilaf.
Add veggies to the menu by pairing them with southern green beans or baby lima beans. Or a simple 1905 Salad or cucumber and tomato salad!
Don’t forget dessert! Finish off your meal with a slice of No-Bake Peanut Butter Cup Pie or a Caramel Apple Dump Cake!
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Beef Tips Recipe (Stove Top)
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Equipment
Ingredients
- 2.5 pounds beef tips - cubed
- 1 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- salt & black pepper to taste
- ¼ cup onion - diced
- 3 cloves garlic - minced
- 1 cup red wine
- 2 cups beef broth or stock
- 1 package beefy onion soup mix - or homemade onion soup mix
- 2 cans cream of mushroom soup
- 1 package brown gravy mix
Instructions
- In a large skillet or 5 to 6-quart Dutch oven, heat over medium-high heat. Add oil and cubed meat to a hot skillet. Season with salt and pepper, then sear (brown) on all sides for about 3-4 minutes. Do not over-crowd the pan, as this will prevent the tips from browning properly. You may need to work in batches. Transfer to a plate.
- Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in the pot. Add onion and cook until translucent; about 3-4 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds to a minute (You can also do this when searing the last batch of beef tips).
- Stir in the red wine and beef broth as you add; deglaze the bottom (scrape the bits off the bottom). Then add beef tips back in.
- Next, pour in dry onion soup mix, brown gravy mix, and cans of cream of mushroom soup. Then stir to combine. Bring to a rolling simmer and then reduce to a gentle simmer. Cook for 1 ½ to 2 hours or until tender.
- RECIPE TIPS: If you want a thicker gravy, make a cornstarch slurry by combining 2-3 tablespoons of cornstarch with 2-3 tablespoons of water. Stir the beef tips into the sauce and allow them to thicken for 5-10 minutes. For a darker gravy, add a couple of drops of gravy master or kitchen bouquet.
- Serve over creamy mashed potatoes, egg noodles, or rice. Garnished with fresh minced parsley.
Notes
Slow Cooker Beef Tips and Gravy:
After searing the beef tips and sauteing the onions and garlic, pour them into the slow cooker. Add in the remaining ingredients and stir to combine. Cook for 7-8 hours on LOW or for 5-6 hours on HIGH. To further thicken, make a slurry from about one-fourth cup of water and 3 tablespoons of cornstarch or flour. Whisk together and pour into the crockpot. It should thicken pretty quickly, but let it cook for 15 minutes to thicken completely.Dutch Oven Baked Beef Tips and Gravy:
Complete all steps as directed, but cover and place the dutch oven in a preheated 275°F oven and cook for about 4 hours, or until the beef is tender.RECIPE TIPS
- When searing the beef tips, be careful not to overcrowd the pan. This can cause the beef to boil rather than get that nice crisp browning. Browning adds tons of flavor, while boiling is less flavorful and may be tougher.
- Add more butter or olive oil as needed. The exact amount of butter you add to the skillet will depend on how much juice and fat are left from searing your meat. Either with your last batch of beef or after searing the beef, you will add the onions and garlic to saute. You will need about 2 tablespoons total.
- Cook time will vary depending on the cut of beef. If using tender cuts of meat, check at 45 minutes to 1 hour. If cooking a tougher cut, you may need 2 to 3 hours of low, slow cooking time.
- To thicken the gravy even more, stir 2-3 tablespoons of cornstarch into 2-3 tablespoons of cold water. Pour cornstarch slurry into cooked beef tips and stir until combined. Let simmer until thickened. If you like it thinner, skip the slurry or add more broth to get your desired consistency.
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I am so excited to try this recipe over the weekend. Looks so delicious and full of comfort.
My stomach started growling just reading this post, beef tips are one of my favorite meals! I’ll definitely be trying this recipe ASAP, thanks for sharing!
Fabulous comfort food that’s tender and flavorful. I served it over buttered noodles and the family loved it!
Love how tender the beef turns out and the gravy is packed with flavor! Yum!
These steak tips turned out super tender and so delicious! Such a nice and hearty Sunday meal.
I have not tried this recipe. There is no recommended temp. Other similar recipes can be cooked in the oven at 300 degrees for 2 and a half to 3 hours.
Hi, Elaine! I hope you give it a try. I did have instructions in the post for even baked. Here is how I do them: Complete all steps as directed, but cover and place the dutch oven in a preheated 275°F and cook for about 4 hours, or until the beef is tender. I like to cook them low and slow.