Slow Cooker Mushroom Beef Tips is a rich and comforting dish where tender beef simmers slowly with mushrooms in a savory gravy. It’s perfect served over mashed potatoes, rice, or egg noodles for a satisfying meal.
🧾 Ingredients
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1½ lbs beef stew meat or sirloin tips, cut into chunks
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1 tbsp olive oil
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1 cup mushrooms, sliced
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1 small onion, diced
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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2 cups beef broth
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1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
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1 tbsp soy sauce
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1 tsp Italian seasoning
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½ tsp black pepper
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½ tsp salt
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2 tbsp cornstarch
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2 tbsp water (for thickening)
Optional:
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½ cup sour cream for creamy gravy
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Fresh parsley for garnish
👨🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Sear the Beef (Optional)
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Brown the beef pieces for 2–3 minutes to add flavor.
2️⃣ Add to Slow Cooker
Place beef, mushrooms, onion, and garlic in the slow cooker.
3️⃣ Add Liquid & Seasoning
Pour in beef broth and add Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Stir gently.
4️⃣ Cook
Cover and cook:
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LOW: 6–7 hours
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HIGH: 3–4 hours
until the beef becomes tender.
5️⃣ Thicken the Gravy
Mix cornstarch and water to make a slurry. Stir it into the slow cooker during the last 20 minutes of cooking.
6️⃣ Serve
Serve hot over mashed potatoes, rice, or egg noodles and garnish with parsley.
⏱️ Time
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Prep Time: 10 minutes
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Cook Time: 6–7 hours
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Total Time: ~6 hours 10 minutes
🍽️ Servings
4–5 servings
📊 Nutrition (Approx. per serving)
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Calories: ~360
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Protein: 32g
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Carbs: 10g
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Fat: 20g
⭐ WW Points: ≈6–7 Points per serving
💡 Tips
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Use baby bella mushrooms for deeper flavor.
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Add carrots or potatoes for a heartier stew.
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Stir in sour cream at the end for a creamy mushroom sauce.
❓ FAQs
1️⃣ Can I skip browning the beef?
Yes, but browning adds extra flavor.
2️⃣ Can I make it without cornstarch?
Yes. The gravy will just be thinner.
3️⃣ How do I store leftovers?
Refrigerate in an airtight container for 3–4 days.
4️⃣ Can I freeze it?
Yes, freeze for up to 2 months.
5️⃣ What sides go best with it?
Mashed potatoes, buttered noodles, rice, or crusty bread.