Here’s a comforting and easy recipe for Crockpot Beef Tips & Noodles. This dish is perfect for a busy day, with tender beef tips cooked in a savory sauce, served over noodles for a cozy and satisfying meal.
Ingredients:
- 1.5 to 2 lbs beef stew meat or beef tips (chuck roast or sirloin also works)
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup (or cream of beef for a richer flavor)
- 1 packet (1 oz) onion soup mix
- 1 cup beef broth (or water)
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 8 oz egg noodles (or pasta of your choice)
- 1/2 cup sour cream (optional, for creaminess)
- Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Directions:
1. Prepare the beef:
- Trim any excess fat from the beef stew meat or beef tips. Cut into bite-sized cubes if not already done.
2. Set up the Crockpot:
- Place the beef into the Crockpot.
- Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, cream of mushroom soup, onion soup mix, beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, salt, and pepper. Stir everything together to combine.
3. Cook in the Crockpot:
- Cover and cook on low for 7-8 hours, or on high for 3-4 hours, until the beef is tender and easily shreds with a fork.
4. Cook the noodles:
- About 30 minutes before the beef is done cooking, cook the egg noodles according to the package directions. Drain and set aside.
5. Combine the noodles and beef:
- Once the beef is cooked and tender, stir in the cooked noodles. If you want a creamier sauce, add 1/2 cup of sour cream and stir until combined.
6. Serve:
- Serve the beef tips and noodles hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
Tips:
- If you like a thicker sauce, you can mix 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of cold water and stir it into the Crockpot during the last 30 minutes of cooking.
- You can substitute the cream of mushroom soup with cream of chicken or cream of celery soup for a different flavor.
- If you’re looking for more vegetables, feel free to add carrots or peas in the last 30 minutes of cooking.
This Crockpot Beef Tips & Noodles is a perfect comfort food meal that’s easy to make and full of rich, savory flavor! Enjoy!