Melt In Your Mouth Beef Tips with Mushroom Gravy

Whether you choose to slow cook it to perfection or whip it up quickly in the Instant Pot, this recipe offers flexibility and convenience without compromising on taste. The melt-in-your-mouth beef, paired with the deep, savory notes of the mushroom gravy, makes each bite an exquisite experience. It’s a dish that promises to warm hearts and satisfy appetites, a true testament to the joys of home cooking.

Ingredients:

• 3 tablespoons butter
• 2 lbs sirloin beef tips
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1 white onion, diced
• 8 oz sliced cremini mushrooms
• 2 teaspoons garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
• 1 beef bouillon cube
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 bay leaf
• 1/2 cup sliced pepperoncinis
• 1 1/2 to 2 cups beef stock
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Directions:

1. Season beef with salt and pepper, then toss in flour to coat.
2. Melt butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear beef in batches until brown and crusty. Remove to a plate.
3. In the same skillet, add onions; cook for 2 minutes, scraping up bits from the bottom.
4. In the Slow Cooker: Transfer beef and onions to slow cooker. Add remaining ingredients except cornstarch. Cook on high for 3-4 hours or low for 6-7 hours. Whisk cornstarch with 3 tablespoons water and add 30 minutes before the end. Season to taste.
5. In the Instant Pot: Return beef and onions to the pot. Add remaining ingredients except cornstarch. Cook on “Meat/Stew” setting for 35 minutes. Release pressure, add cornstarch mixture, and simmer until thickened. Season to taste.

Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 3-4 hours (Slow Cooker) or 45 minutes (Instant Pot) | Total Time: 3 hours 15 minutes – 4 hours 15 minutes | Kcal: 350 kcal | Servings: 6 servings