Crockpot Beef Tips And Noodles
This hearty Crockpot Beef Tips and Noodles recipe is a perfect comfort food for busy weeknights. Tender beef tips simmer in a rich, flavorful gravy, served over egg noodles for a satisfying meal.
Equipment
- 1 Crockpot
- 1 Skillet for browning, optional
- 1 Measuring cups
- 1 Measuring spoons
- 1 Wooden spoon
- 1 Serving spoon
Ingredients
- 2 lbs beef stew meat, cubed
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 2 teaspoons dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 3 tablespoons cornstarch
- ¼ cup water
- 12 oz egg noodles
- to taste fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown the cubed beef stew meat in a bit of oil for about 5-7 minutes. This step is optional but adds depth of flavor to the dish.
- Transfer the browned beef to the crockpot. Add the beef broth, sliced mushrooms, chopped onion, minced garlic, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.
- Cover the crockpot and cook on low for 8 hours or until the beef is tender.
- About 30 minutes before serving, cook the egg noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with the water to create a slurry. Stir this mixture into the beef and gravy in the crockpot. Cover and cook on high for an additional 30 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken.
- Serve the beef tips over the cooked egg noodles and garnish with fresh parsley.
Notes
For a lighter option, you can replace half of the beef stew meat with vegetables like carrots or bell peppers.
This dish can be prepared the night before and reheated for an easy dinner setup.