Crockpot Beef Tips & Rice
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 pounds beef stew meat or beef sirloin cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces
- 2 cups beef broth
- 2 cloves garlic
minced
- 1 1/2 teaspoons Italian seasoning)
(or another dried herb
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 2 cups cooked rice)
(for serving
- 1 tablespoons flour + 1 tablespoons water
optional.), (to thicken
Directions
- 1
Add the broth, garlic, and seasonings to the slow cooker. Stir until blended. Add the beef.
- 2
Cook HIGH 3-4 hours or LOW 6-8.
- 3
In a small bowl mix together the flour and water. Pour the mixture into the slow cooker and stir. Cook an additional 10-15 minutes on HIGH or until gravy has thickened to your liking.
- 4
Serve over cooked rice.
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About this Recipe
Craving a deeply comforting, hearty meal that practically cooks itself? This Crockpot Beef Tips & Rice recipe is your answer for tender, seasoned beef that slow cooks to perfection, ready to warm your family on any day of the week. It’s the kind of fuss-free, delicious dinner that will have everyone asking for seconds.
Why This Recipe Works
The magic of this recipe lies in the slow cooker, transforming humble beef stew meat or sirloin into incredibly tender, fall-apart morsels. The long, gentle cook time allows the beef to absorb all the savory flavors from the beef broth, garlic, and robust Italian seasoning, creating a rich sauce that perfectly complements the beef. It’s a set-it-and-forget-it approach that yields maximum flavor with minimal effort.
What to Expect
YouYou're in for a truly satisfying meal with this Crockpot Beef Tips & Rice. Expect wonderfully tender beef tips swimming in a richly seasoned, savory sauce, infused with aromatic garlic, the earthy warmth of cumin, and classic Italian herbs. The texture of the slow-cooked beef is melt-in-your-mouth soft, a delightful contrast to the fluffy bed of cooked rice it's served over. This dish delivers a wholesome, hearty experience that feels both indulgent and effortlessly prepared.
Customization & Variations
This versatile dish is easy to adapt to your pantry. If you don't have beef stew meat, beef sirloin cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces works beautifully. Feel free to swap the Italian seasoning for another dried herb blend you enjoy, like Herbs de Provence or a poultry seasoning. For a thicker sauce, use the optional flour and water slurry at the end of cooking. You can also experiment with adding mushrooms or onions during the last hour of cooking for extra depth.
Serving & Context
Perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner, this Crockpot Beef Tips & Rice is a complete meal when served hot over a generous portion of cooked rice. It’s also an excellent choice for casual entertaining, promising a satisfying and flavorful experience without the stress.