Creamy Crockpot Beef Tips & Mushrooms

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

This dish is a true standout for several reasons:

1. Set It and Forget It: With the slow cooker, you can prepare everything and let it cook while you go about your day.
2. Tender and Flavorful: The beef becomes incredibly tender, and the mushrooms provide a rich, earthy depth to the dish.
3. Creamy Sauce: The indulgent cream sauce ties everything together perfectly.
4. Versatile: Serve it over rice, mashed potatoes, or noodles for a meal that fits any occasion.
5. Crowd-Pleasing: This dish is perfect for a family dinner or a gathering and is sure to satisfy everyone.

Ingredients

(Tip: You'll find the full list of ingredients and measurements in the recipe card below.)

For the Beef Tips:

• 2 lbs beef sirloin tips (or stew meat, cut into bite-sized pieces)
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 medium onion (chopped)
• 2 cloves garlic (minced)
• 8 oz mushrooms (sliced)
• 1 cup beef broth
• ½ cup red wine (optional, but adds depth of flavor)
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• Salt and pepper (to taste)

For the Creamy Sauce:

• 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup (or homemade equivalent)
• ½ cup heavy cream (or half-and-half for a lighter option)
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch (mixed with 2 tablespoons water to create a slurry)

Optional Garnish:

• Fresh parsley (chopped, for brightness)

Directions

1. Brown the Beef: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season the beef with salt and pepper, and sear the beef in batches until browned on all sides (about 2–3 minutes per batch). Transfer to the crockpot.
2. Sauté the Vegetables: In the same skillet, sauté the onion and garlic until softened (about 3–4 minutes). Add mushrooms and cook until they release their moisture and brown (5–7 minutes). Transfer to the crockpot.
3. Build the Sauce: Deglaze the skillet with red wine (if using), scraping up any browned bits from the pan. Pour into the crockpot with beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and thyme. Stir to combine.
4. Slow Cook: Cover and cook on low for 6–8 hours or high for 3–4 hours, until the beef is tender and the flavors meld together.
5. Add the Creamy Sauce: During the last 30 minutes, stir in the cream of mushroom soup and heavy cream. Mix the cornstarch slurry into the sauce to thicken it. Continue cooking until the sauce thickens.
6. Serve and Enjoy: Garnish with fresh parsley and serve over rice, mashed potatoes, egg noodles, or polenta.

Servings and Timing

• Servings: 6–8
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 6–8 hours on low or 3–4 hours on high

Variations

• Add Vegetables: Stir in carrots, celery, or peas for extra nutrition.
• Gluten-Free Option: Use gluten-free cream of mushroom soup and cornstarch.
• Spicy Twist: Add red pepper flakes or smoked paprika for a bit of heat.
• Herb Infusion: Try rosemary, sage, or parsley for added flavor.

Storage/Reheating

• Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• Reheating: Reheat gently on the stovetop or in the microwave, adding a splash of broth or cream if necessary to restore the sauce's consistency.

FAQs

2. Can I make this dish without wine?

Yes, you can skip the wine and just use beef broth for the base of the sauce.

3. Can I add more vegetables?

Absolutely! Carrots, celery, and peas can be added for extra flavor and color.

4. How do I make this recipe gluten-free?

Use gluten-free cream of mushroom soup and cornstarch to thicken the sauce.

5. Can I cook this on high in the crockpot?

Yes, you can cook on high for 3–4 hours instead of low for 6–8 hours.

6. Can I use frozen beef tips for this recipe?

While fresh beef is recommended for the best texture, frozen beef tips can be used, though you may need to adjust the cooking time.

7. How do I thicken the sauce if it’s too thin?

Mix more cornstarch with water and stir it in during the last 15 minutes of cooking.

8. Can I freeze this dish?

Yes, you can freeze the beef tips and sauce for up to 3 months. Thaw before reheating.

9. Can I use other types of mushrooms?

Yes, you can experiment with other mushrooms like cremini or shiitake for different flavors.

10. What can I serve this dish with?

This dish pairs perfectly with rice, mashed potatoes, noodles, or even polenta for a hearty meal.

Conclusion

Creamy Crockpot Beef Tips & Mushrooms is the ultimate comfort food, combining tender beef, earthy mushrooms, and a rich, creamy sauce that everyone will love. Whether you're preparing a weeknight dinner or feeding a crowd, this dish is sure to satisfy. Try it out, and enjoy the ease and flavor of this slow-cooked masterpiece!

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Creamy Crockpot Beef Tips & Mushrooms is the ultimate slow-cooked comfort food that combines tender beef, earthy mushrooms, and a rich, creamy sauce. Perfect for busy days or feeding a crowd, this easy and delicious recipe is versatile and sure to please everyone at the table. Serve it over rice, mashed potatoes, or noodles for a hearty meal!

• Author: Janet
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 6–8 hours on low or 3–4 hours on high
• Total Time: 6–8 hours (depending on cook time)
• Yield: 6–8 servings
• Category: Main Dish
• Method: Slow Cooker (Crockpot)
• Cuisine: American
• Diet: Gluten Free

Ingredients

• For the Beef Tips:

  • 2 lbs beef sirloin tips (or stew meat, cut into bite-sized pieces)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion (chopped)
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 8 oz mushrooms (sliced)
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • ½ cup red wine (optional, but adds depth of flavor)
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • Salt and pepper (to taste)

• For the Creamy Sauce:

  • 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup (or homemade equivalent)
  • ½ cup heavy cream (or half-and-half for a lighter option)
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch (mixed with 2 tablespoons water to create a slurry)

• Optional Garnish:

  • Fresh parsley (chopped, for brightness)

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Instructions

• the beef with salt and pepper, and sear the beef in batches until browned on all sides (about 2–3 minutes per batch). Transfer to the crockpot.

• Sauté the Vegetables: In the same skillet, sauté the onion and garlic until softened (about 3–4 minutes). Add mushrooms and cook until they release their moisture and brown (5–7 minutes). Transfer to the crockpot.

• Build the Sauce: Deglaze the skillet with red wine (if using), scraping up any browned bits from the pan. Pour into the crockpot with beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and thyme. Stir to combine.

• Slow Cook: Cover and cook on low for 6–8 hours or high for 3–4 hours, until the beef is tender and the flavors meld together.

• Add the Creamy Sauce: During the last 30 minutes, stir in the cream of mushroom soup and heavy cream. Mix the cornstarch slurry into the sauce to thicken it. Continue cooking until the sauce thickens.

• Serve and Enjoy: Garnish with fresh parsley and serve over rice, mashed potatoes, egg noodles, or polenta.

Notes

• Variations: Add extra vegetables like carrots, celery, or peas for extra nutrition.
• Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• Reheating: Reheat gently on the stovetop or in the microwave, adding a splash of broth or cream to restore the sauce's consistency.
• Freezing: You can freeze the beef tips and sauce for up to 3 months. Thaw before reheating.