Creamy Crockpot Beef Tips & Mushrooms

Here’s a Creamy Crockpot Beef Tips & Mushrooms recipe that’s rich, hearty, and perfect for a comforting dinner:

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Creamy Crockpot Beef Tips & Mushrooms

Ingredients:

• 2 lbs beef stew meat or sirloin tips, cubed

• 1 tablespoon olive oil

• 1 small onion, chopped

• 3 cloves garlic, minced

• 8 oz mushrooms, sliced (button or cremini)

• 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup

• 1 cup beef broth

• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

• 1 teaspoon onion powder

• 1 teaspoon garlic powder

• 1/2 teaspoon thyme (optional)

• Salt & pepper, to taste

• 1/2 cup sour cream (add at the end)

• Fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)

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Instructions:

1. Sear the Beef (Optional but Recommended):
   In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Brown the beef tips on all sides, then transfer to the crockpot.

2. Layer the Ingredients:
   Add chopped onions, garlic, and sliced mushrooms over the beef.

3. Mix the Sauce:
   In a bowl, whisk together the cream of mushroom soup, beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, onion powder, garlic powder, thyme, salt, and pepper. Pour over the beef and vegetables in the crockpot.

4. Cook:

   • Low: 6–8 hours

   • High: 3–4 hours
     Cook until the beef is fork-tender.

5. Finish with Creaminess:
   Stir in the sour cream about 15 minutes before serving. Let it warm through without boiling.

6. Serve:
   Serve over egg noodles, mashed potatoes, or rice. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.