Description

This hearty Beef Tips recipe features tender, slow-simmered beef stew meat in a rich, flavorful gravy made with beef broth, Worcestershire and soy sauces, and Italian seasoning. Perfectly seared beef is simmered with onions and garlic until melt-in-your-mouth tender, then thickened with cornstarch. Served over creamy garlic mashed potatoes and garnished with fresh parsley, this comforting dish is ideal for family dinners and gatherings.

Ingredients

Beef and Marinade

1.5 pounds beef stew meat (or chuck roast cut into bite-sized pieces)
Kosher salt, to taste
Fresh cracked pepper, to taste

Cooking Fat & Aromatics

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons butter
1 small yellow onion, diced
6 cloves garlic, minced

Sauce

2 to 2.5 cups beef broth
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
3 tablespoons cornstarch
3 tablespoons water (to dissolve cornstarch)

Garnish and Serving

Fresh chopped parsley, for garnish
Mashed potatoes, for serving

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Instructions

Season the beef: Pat the beef dry with paper towels. Season all sides generously with kosher salt and fresh cracked pepper to build flavor before searing.
Sear the beef: Heat olive oil in a large sauté pan or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the beef pieces and sear for 2–3 minutes per side until browned. Cook in batches if needed to avoid overcrowding. Note that beef won’t be cooked through at this stage. Remove beef and set aside.
Sauté onions: In the same pan, melt the butter. Add diced onion along with a pinch of salt and pepper. Reduce heat to medium and cook the onions for about 4 minutes, stirring occasionally until softened and translucent.
Add garlic: Add minced garlic to the pan and cook for another minute, stirring frequently to release the aroma without burning.
Create the sauce and simmer beef: Pour in 2 cups of beef broth along with Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, and Italian seasoning. Return the seared beef and any accumulated juices back to the pan. Cover, reduce heat to low, and let everything simmer gently for 25–30 minutes until the beef becomes tender.
Thicken the sauce: Dissolve the cornstarch in 3 tablespoons of water to form a slurry. Stir this into the pan and cook for an additional 3–4 minutes until the sauce thickens to your preferred consistency. If sauce is too thick, add a little more beef broth to thin it as needed.
Serve and garnish: Spoon the tender beef tips and rich gravy over garlic mashed potatoes. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley for a pop of color and added freshness. Enjoy immediately while hot.
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Notes

Use chuck roast if stew meat is unavailable; cut into bite-sized cubes for best results.
Simmering time may vary depending on the size and tenderness of your beef pieces.
You can adjust seasoning (salt, pepper, Worcestershire sauce) according to taste preferences.
Serve with creamy garlic mashed potatoes for a complete, comforting meal.
Leftovers keep well refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheat gently on the stovetop.
For a gluten-free version, ensure soy sauce is gluten-free and use cornstarch as the thickener.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Category: Main Dish
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American