This Beef Tips and Gravy recipe is classic comfort food. Bite-size pieces of beef are seared until golden, then slowly simmered in a flavorful brown gravy until fork-tender. It’s an easy, hearty meal that’s perfect for family dinners or Sunday supper.
⏱ Prep Time
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
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Cook Time: 1 hour
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Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
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Servings: 4–6
🍳 Equipment
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Large skillet or Dutch oven
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Wooden spoon
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Measuring cups & spoons
🥘 Ingredients
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2 lbs beef stew meat or sirloin tips
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2 tbsp olive oil
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1 medium onion, chopped
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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2 cups beef broth
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1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
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1 tsp soy sauce (optional)
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½ tsp dried thyme
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½ tsp paprika
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Salt & black pepper, to taste
Gravy Thickener
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3 tbsp cornstarch
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3 tbsp cold water
📝 Ingredient Notes
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Beef: Sirloin tips, chuck, or stew meat work best.
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Worcestershire: Adds depth and umami.
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Cornstarch: Creates a smooth, glossy gravy.
👨🍳 Instructions
1. Brown the beef
Heat oil in skillet over medium-high heat.
Season beef with salt and pepper.
Brown beef in batches until golden. Remove and set aside.
2. Sauté aromatics
In same pan, add onion and cook until soft, about 3–4 minutes.
Add garlic and cook 30 seconds.
3. Simmer
Return beef to pan.
Add beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, thyme, and paprika.
Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook 45–60 minutes until tender.
4. Thicken gravy
Mix cornstarch and water.
Stir into simmering beef and cook 2–3 minutes until thickened.
5. Serve
Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve hot.
📊 Nutrition (Approx per serving)
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Calories: 420
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Protein: 38g
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Carbs: 8g
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Fat: 26g
⭐ Tips & Variations
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Slow cooker: Cook on LOW 6–8 hours, thicken at the end.
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Mushrooms: Add 1 cup sliced mushrooms for extra flavor.
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Creamy: Stir in ¼ cup heavy cream at the end.
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Serve with: Mashed potatoes, rice, or buttered noodles.
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Leftovers: Refrigerate up to 3 days or freeze up to 2 months.