Crockpot Beef Tips and Noodles

Tender slow-cooked beef tips in a rich gravy served over buttery egg noodles — simple, comforting, and perfect for a busy day.

Ingredients

For the Beef Tips

• 2–2.5 lbs beef stew meat or sirloin tips

• 1 medium onion, diced

• 3 cloves garlic, minced

• 2 cups beef broth

• 1 cup water

• 1 packet brown gravy mix

• 1 packet onion soup mix (or 1 tablespoon homemade mix)

• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

• 1 teaspoon dried thyme (optional)

• 1 teaspoon paprika

• Salt & black pepper, to taste

• 2 tablespoons cornstarch + 3 tablespoons cold water (for slurry)

For Serving

• 12 oz egg noodles

• 2 tablespoons butter

• Parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions

1. Prepare the Meat

1. Season beef tips with salt, pepper, and paprika.

2. (Optional but recommended) Sear the beef in a hot skillet with a little oil for 3–4 minutes until browned.

   • This step adds flavor but can be skipped for convenience.

2. Load the Crockpot

Add to the slow cooker in this order:

1. Diced onions

2. Garlic

3. Beef tips

4. Onion soup mix

5. Brown gravy mix

6. Beef broth, water, Worcestershire sauce, and thyme

Stir lightly to combine.

3. Cook

• Cook on LOW for 7–8 hours
  OR

• Cook on HIGH for 4–5 hours

The beef should be fork-tender.

4. Thicken the Gravy

1. Mix cornstarch and cold water to form a slurry.

2. Pour into the crockpot, stir.

3. Cover and cook another 15–20 minutes until thickened.

5. Prepare the Noodles

1. Cook egg noodles according to package directions.

2. Drain and toss with butter.

6. Serve

Spoon tender beef tips and rich gravy over the warm buttered noodles.
Garnish with parsley if desired.

Tips & Variations

✔ Add veggies

• Sliced mushrooms

• Carrots

• Peas (add in last 10 minutes)

✔ Make it creamier

Stir in ½ cup sour cream after thickening the gravy.

✔ Substitute noodles

• Mashed potatoes

• Rice

• Cauliflower mash

✔ Extra flavor boost

Add a splash of red wine (¼ cup) while cooking.