Classic Beef Tips and Gravy
Traditional dish · American
Tender, savory beef tips simmered in a rich, homemade gravy, served over mashed potatoes or noodles. A comforting classic.
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Ingredients
- Beef sirloin or tenderloin1.5 lbs
- All-purpose flour1/4 cup
- Butter2 tbsp
- Olive oil1 tbsp
- Yellow onion1 medium
- Garlic2 cloves
- Beef broth2 cups
- Worcestershire sauce1 tbsp
- Fresh thyme1 tsp
- Saltto taste
- Black pepperto taste
- Optional: Mushrooms8 oz
- Optional: Mashed potatoes or egg noodles for servingfor serving
Steps
- 1
Cut beef into 1-inch cubes. Season generously with salt and pepper.
- 2
In a bowl, toss beef cubes with flour until lightly coated.
- 3
Heat butter and olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
- 4
Sear beef cubes in batches until browned on all sides. Remove beef and set aside.
- 5
Add chopped onion to the skillet and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
- 6
Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- 7
If using mushrooms, add them now and cook until browned.
- 8
Pour in beef broth and Worcestershire sauce, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
- 9
Return the beef to the skillet. Add fresh thyme.
- 10
Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 45-60 minutes, or until beef is tender.
- 11
Season gravy with salt and pepper to taste.
- 12
Serve hot over mashed potatoes or egg noodles.
