Introduction
Mouthwatering Beef Tips with Mushroom Gravy is a comforting, hearty dish that’s perfect for family dinners or cozy nights in. Tender chunks of beef are slowly simmered until melt-in-your-mouth soft, then smothered in a rich, savory mushroom gravy. Served over mashed potatoes, rice, or egg noodles, this dish is the definition of classic comfort food and is sure to satisfy both meat lovers and gravy enthusiasts.
Ingredients
For the Beef Tips:
2 pounds beef sirloin tips, stew beef, or chuck roast (cut into 1-inch cubes)
2 tablespoons olive oil (or vegetable oil)
1 medium onion, finely chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
8 ounces mushrooms, sliced (button or cremini)
3 cups beef broth (low sodium preferred)
½ cup red wine (optional, can substitute with extra broth)
3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 teaspoon dried thyme (or 1 tablespoon fresh)
1 teaspoon paprika
2 bay leaves
Salt and black pepper to taste
For Thickening Gravy:
3 tablespoons cornstarch
3 tablespoons cold water
Optional for Serving:
Mashed potatoes, buttered noodles, or steamed rice
Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
Prepare beef: Pat beef cubes dry with paper towels and season generously with salt and pepper.
Sear beef: Heat oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Sear beef in batches until browned on all sides (do not overcrowd). Remove and set aside.
Sauté vegetables: In the same pan, add onions and cook until softened, about 3 minutes. Stir in garlic and mushrooms; cook until mushrooms release their moisture and begin to brown.
Deglaze pan: Pour in red wine (if using) and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Let simmer for 2 minutes.
Simmer beef: Add beef back to the pot along with broth, Worcestershire, soy sauce, thyme, paprika, and bay leaves. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer 1 ½ to 2 hours, or until beef is tender. (Alternatively, transfer to a slow cooker and cook on low for 6–7 hours.)
Make gravy: In a small bowl, whisk together cornstarch and water. Stir into simmering liquid and cook for 5 minutes until thickened into a glossy gravy. Remove bay leaves.
Serve: Spoon beef tips and mushroom gravy over mashed potatoes, noodles, or rice. Garnish with fresh parsley.
Description
This Mouthwatering Beef Tips with Mushroom Gravy is a classic, soul-warming meal. The beef is fork-tender, the mushrooms add earthy depth, and the gravy is rich, savory, and silky smooth. Every bite is hearty and flavorful, making it the ultimate dish to bring comfort to the table.
Tips
Use a well-marbled cut like chuck roast for maximum tenderness.
Don’t skip browning the beef — it adds essential flavor to the gravy.
For a deeper flavor, cook the onions until lightly caramelized.
If gravy is too thick, add a splash of beef broth. If too thin, simmer uncovered until reduced.
Leftovers reheat beautifully and taste even better the next day.
Variations
Creamy version: Stir in ½ cup sour cream or heavy cream just before serving.
Vegetable boost: Add carrots, peas, or celery during simmering for a heartier stew.
Herb swap: Try rosemary instead of thyme for a more aromatic flavor.
Slow cooker method: Brown beef first, then transfer everything to a slow cooker and cook on low 6–7 hours or high 3–4 hours.
Instant Pot method: Pressure cook beef mixture for 35 minutes, then release pressure and thicken with cornstarch slurry.
Correction
If your dish turns out:
Beef too tough: It wasn’t cooked long enough; simmer longer until fork-tender.
Gravy too bland: Add more Worcestershire, soy sauce, or a beef bouillon cube.
Gravy too salty: Balance with a splash of cream or a teaspoon of brown sugar.
Sauce separating: Whisk well after adding cornstarch slurry and simmer until smooth.
Enjoy
Serve your Beef Tips with Mushroom Gravy hot over mashed potatoes, buttered noodles, or fluffy rice. With its rich gravy and tender beef, this dish is guaranteed to bring warmth, comfort, and satisfaction to every bite.
