Slow Cooker Mississippi Beef Tips

Ingredients

• 2½–3 lb (1.1–1.4 kg) beef stew meat, cut into cubes

• 1 packet au jus gravy mix (about 1 oz / 28 g)

• 1 packet ranch seasoning mix (about 1 oz / 28 g)

• 1 packet dry onion soup mix (about 1 oz / 28 g)

• ½ cup (115 g) unsalted butter, cut into pieces

• 1 cup beef broth or water

• ½ tsp black pepper, or to taste

• ½ tsp garlic powder (optional)

• 4–6 pepperoncini peppers (optional, for a tangy Mississippi-style flavor)

Instructions

1. Prepare the beef

Pat the beef cubes dry with paper towels. For extra flavor, brown them in a hot skillet with a little oil for 2–3 minutes per side. This step is optional.

2. Add the beef to the slow cooker

Place the beef cubes in an even layer in the slow cooker. Pour the beef broth around the meat.

3. Add the seasonings

Sprinkle the au jus mix, ranch seasoning, and onion soup mix evenly over the beef. Add black pepper and optional garlic powder. Avoid adding extra salt initially, as the seasoning packets can be salty.

4. Add the butter

Place the butter pieces over the seasoned beef. Add the optional pepperoncini peppers if you want a slightly tangy flavor.

5. Slow cook

Cover and cook on LOW for 6–8 hours or HIGH for 4–5 hours, until the beef is fork-tender. Cooking time varies with the size of the beef cubes and your slow cooker.

6. Make the gravy

Stir the beef gently in the cooking liquid. For thicker gravy, mix 1 tablespoon cornstarch with 1 tablespoon cold water, stir it into the liquid, and cook on HIGH for another 10–15 minutes.

7. Serve

Spoon the tender beef and gravy over creamy mashed potatoes, rice, or egg noodles. Serve with steamed green beans or roasted vegetables.

Quick recipe

1. Add cubed beef and broth to the slow cooker.

2. Sprinkle over ranch seasoning, au jus mix, and onion soup mix.

3. Top with butter and optional pepperoncini.

4. Cover and cook on LOW for 6–8 hours or HIGH for 4–5 hours.

5. Stir, thicken the gravy if needed, and serve over mashed potatoes.

Nutrition information (estimated)

Per serving, based on 6 servings with mashed potatoes excluded:

Values depend on the beef cut, butter quantity, and seasoning brands.

Nut information and allergens

• Peanuts: None intentionally added.

• Tree nuts: None intentionally added.

• Dairy: Contains butter.

• Gluten: Check the gravy, ranch, and soup seasoning packets for wheat or gluten.

• Soy: Check seasoning labels for possible soy ingredients.

• Allergy caution: Packaged seasonings can contain additional allergens or cross-contact warnings.

Storage: Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for 3–4 days, or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat thoroughly with a little broth to keep the beef moist.