Slow Cooker Beef Tips & Baby Potatoes

 Ingredients — 6 Servings

Main Ingredients

• 2 lb (900 g) beef stew meat, cut into bite-size pieces
• 1½ lb (680 g) baby yellow potatoes, halved
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 5–6 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 cups beef broth
• 4 tbsp unsalted butter
• 1 packet Ranch seasoning mix
• 1 tsp dried parsley
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• 1 tsp paprika
• ½ tsp black pepper
• ½ tsp salt, or to taste
• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 2 tbsp cornstarch
• 3 tbsp cold water
• Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

 Instructions

1. Season the beef: Pat the beef dry and season with black pepper, paprika, and a little salt.
2. Add vegetables: Place the baby potatoes, diced onion, and garlic in the bottom of a slow cooker.
3. Add beef: Place the seasoned beef pieces over the potatoes and onions.
4. Add seasonings: Sprinkle Ranch seasoning, Italian seasoning, and dried parsley over everything.
5. Add liquids: Pour in the beef broth and Worcestershire sauce.
6. Add butter: Place the butter pieces on top.

7. Slow cook:

   • LOW: 6–8 hours
   • HIGH: 3–4 hours

   Cook until the beef is tender and the potatoes are fork-tender.

8. Thicken the gravy: Mix the cornstarch with cold water until smooth. Stir it into the slow cooker and cook on HIGH for another 10–15 minutes, until the gravy thickens.
9. Garnish: Sprinkle with fresh chopped parsley and serve hot.

 Serving Suggestions

Serve with:

• Green salad
• Steamed broccoli
• Green beans
• Crusty bread

 Nut & Allergen Information

Peanuts/Tree Nuts: No nuts are required in this recipe.

However, always check the labels of packaged Ranch seasoning, beef broth, and Worcestershire sauce because ingredients vary by brand.

Potential allergens:

• Dairy: butter
• Gluten/Wheat: may be present in some seasoning, broth, or Worcestershire brands
• Soy: may be present in some packaged sauces or seasonings

 Approximate Nutrition Per Serving

• Calories: 450–500 kcal
• Protein: 35–40 g
• Carbohydrates: 35–40 g
• Fat: 20–25 g
• Fiber: 4–5 g
• Sodium: 800–1,100 mg

Nutrition varies depending on the brands and exact quantities used.

 Recipe Q&A

Q: Do I have to sear the beef first?
A: No. You can add it directly to the slow cooker. Searing it first can add extra flavor.

Q: Can I use whole baby potatoes?
A: Yes, if they are very small. Larger baby potatoes should be halved.

Q: How do I know when the beef is done?
A: It should be very tender and easy to break apart with a fork.

Q: Can I make this without Ranch seasoning?
A: Yes. Use garlic powder, onion powder, parsley, and additional Italian herbs instead.

Q: Can I make it ahead of time?
A: Yes. Refrigerate leftovers in a covered container for 3–4 days.

Q: Can I freeze it?
A: Yes. Freeze in an airtight container for about 2–3 months.