Easy Beef Tips with Noodles

This slow cooker beef and noodles dish is the perfect cozy meal. Tender beef pieces cooked low and slow swim in a rich gravy that's full of flavor. Pour it over soft egg noodles for a warm, filling dish. It fills your kitchen with amazing smells and makes for an easy, comforting dinner on those chill nights when you want something hearty.

I first put this together to brighten a cold winter night but it soon became my go-to family meal loved by everyone at the table every time.

Needed Ingredients

• 2 pounds beef stew meat or tips: juicy chunks with some marbling to keep it moist
• 1 medium onion: chopped finely for extra flavor and sweetness
• 3 cups beef broth: creates a hearty gravy, pick low sodium if you want
• 1 packet onion soup mix: adds quick and tasty seasoning
• 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce: gives that tangy umami kick
• 3 garlic cloves: minced fresh for aroma and depth
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour: gently thickens the sauce without lumps
• 2 tablespoons olive oil: for browning the beef and locking in juices
• 12 ounces egg noodles: a soft, tasty base to catch that sauce
• Salt and pepper: added to your liking
• Fresh parsley: chopped, optional but adds color and freshness

Simple Cooking Steps

Make Flavor Base:

Heat olive oil over medium-high in a pan and brown the seasoned beef until golden. This seals in the tasty juices and helps the gravy taste richer. Move the beef into your slow cooker.

Cook the Aromatics:

In the same pan, cook the onions and garlic till soft and smelling great. This adds sweet warmth to every bite. Toss them into the slow cooker with the beef.

Prepare the Sauce:

Whisk beef broth, onion soup mix, Worcestershire sauce, and flour in a bowl. The flour makes sure the sauce thickens nicely without clumps. Pour this over the beef and onions evenly in the slow cooker.

Slow Cook the Beef:

Cover and cook on low for 6 to 8 hours or high for 3 to 4 hours until the beef is super tender and the gravy thickens. The slow cooker turns the beef incredibly soft.

Make the Noodles:

Half an hour before serving, boil salted water and cook the egg noodles as the package says until just firm. Drain and keep ready.

Dish It Out:

Plate the soft beef and rich gravy over the noodles. Sprinkle chopped parsley on top for a fresh look and serve straight away.

I like to let the beef rest in the slow cooker a little after it’s done so the juices spread evenly. This dish always reminds me of weekend family dinners where everyone gathered around sharing stories over warm bowls.

Storage Ideas

Put leftover beef and gravy in a tight container and keep in the fridge up to four days. Keep the noodles on the side so they don’t get mushy soaking up sauce. Warm everything up gently on the stove to keep the beef tender and sauce fresh.

How to Switch It Up

You can trade the beef tips for cubed chuck roast if you want a cheaper but just as tasty choice. For a richer sauce, add some red wine or a tablespoon of tomato paste to the broth before cooking. Toss in fresh mushrooms during the last hour for extra flavor and texture.

Tasty Sides

This dish has been part of our Saturday night dinners for years. It signals the weekend’s end, bringing us around the kitchen table. The smell says it’s time to relax and enjoy a meal full of warmth and memories.

Frequently Asked Cooking Questions

→ Which beef cuts work best for slow cooking?

Beef stew chunks or beef tips work great since they get tender and tasty the longer you cook them.

→ What’s a simple way to thicken the gravy?

Stir together 2 tablespoons cold water with 1 tablespoon cornstarch and add it to the sauce during the last half hour of cooking.

→ Can I make this without a Crockpot?

Absolutely, just cook the beef and gravy slowly in a heavy pot on low heat for a few hours, stirring every now and then.

→ Which noodles go best with this dish?

Egg noodles are classic because they soak up the gravy well, but you can switch it up with wide pasta or pappardelle if you want.

→ How do I make the flavor richer?

Brown the beef before slow cooking to add a deeper flavor. Adding fresh garlic, onions, and Worcestershire sauce really brings out the taste.

→ Can I add veggies to this meal?

For sure, green beans or a simple side salad go nicely and balance the hearty beef and noodles.