Beef Tips and Gravy

Tender, flavorful, and irresistibly comforting, Beef Tips and Gravy is the ultimate hearty dinner that satisfies every craving. This classic recipe features succulent, seared beef stew meat simmered to perfection in a rich and savory homemade gravy made from beef broth, red wine, and Worcestershire sauce, enhanced with aromatic garlic, onions, and a touch of dried thyme. The use of a cornstarch slurry ensures a velvety-smooth texture, while a pat of butter adds luxurious flavor in the final steps. Perfectly paired with creamy mashed potatoes, fluffy rice, or buttery egg noodles, this dish will quickly become a family favorite. Ready in just over two hours and serving up to six portions, it’s the perfect blend of hearty comfort and gourmet flair.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:120 mins

Total Time:135 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 pounds beef stew meat
• 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large, chopped onion
• 3 minced garlic cloves
• 3 cups beef broth
• 0.5 cup red wine
• 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
• 1 whole bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons water

Directions

Step 1

Place the beef stew meat in a large bowl. Add the flour, salt, and pepper, and toss the beef in the mixture until it's well-coated.

Step 2

Heat the olive oil in a large, heavy skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the beef in batches, searing until all sides are browned, about 5 minutes per batch. Remove the beef from the skillet and set aside.

Step 3

In the same skillet, add the chopped onion and cook until it becomes translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.

Step 4

Return the browned beef and any accumulated juices to the skillet. Pour in the beef broth and red wine, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.

Step 5

Add the Worcestershire sauce, bay leaf, and dried thyme to the skillet. Stir everything together, bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the beef is tender.

Step 6

Once the beef is tender, remove and discard the bay leaf. Stir in the butter.

Step 7

In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with water to create a slurry. Gradually pour this into the simmering beef mixture while stirring until the gravy has thickened to your desired consistency.

Step 8

Taste the gravy and adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed.

Step 9

Serve the beef tips and gravy hot over mashed potatoes, rice, or egg noodles.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2170.8 grams (2170.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3418

Total Fat 203.80g	261%
Saturated Fat 74.70g	374%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.80g
Cholesterol 882mg	294%
Sodium 6272mg	273%
Total Carbohydrate 95.10g	35%
Dietary Fiber 5.70g	20%
Total Sugars 13.70g
Protein 254.20g	508%

Vitamin D 5IU	23%
Calcium 360mg	28%
Iron 32mg	176%
Potassium 4149mg	88%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 56.8%

Protein: 31.5%

Carbs: 11.8%