Savory Slow-Cooker Beef Tips with Noodles
Indulge in this comforting Savory Slow-Cooker Beef Tips with Noodles, where tender cubes of beef are slow-cooked to perfection, absorbing rich flavors from shallots, mushrooms, and a robust beef broth. This one-pot meal is not only easy to prepare, but it also fills your kitchen with an irresistible aroma. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family gatherings, serve it over hot buttered egg noodles for a satisfying dinner that's sure to become a family favorite!
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Servings
400
Calories
9
Ingredients
Ingredients
flour
1/3 cup (all-purpose flour, seasoned with salt and pepper)
bottom sirloin beef caps
1 lb (cut into cubes)
shallot
1/2 cup (chopped)
mushrooms
1 lb (sliced)
condensed beef broth
1 (10 1/2 ounce) can
tomato paste or sauce
2 teaspoons
Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon
red wine
1/4 cup
egg noodles
4-6 cups (cooked and buttered)
Instructions
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1. Start by seasoning the flour with salt and pepper in a mixing bowl.
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2. Dredge the cubed bottom sirloin beef caps in the seasoned flour until fully coated.
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3. Transfer the coated beef into the bottom of the slow cooker.
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4. Evenly sprinkle the chopped shallots and sliced mushrooms over the meat in the crock pot.
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5. In a separate bowl, mix the condensed beef broth, tomato paste (or sauce), Worcestershire sauce, and red wine. Stir until well combined.
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6. Pour the mixture over the meat and vegetables in the crock pot, ensuring everything is well covered.
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7. Cover and cook on the low setting for 8 hours, allowing the flavors to meld and the beef to become tender.
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8. About 30 minutes before serving, mix 3 tablespoons of flour with 1/3 cup of water to create a smooth paste. Stir this mixture into the crock pot to thicken the sauce.
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9. Let it continue cooking for another 45 minutes.
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10. Serve the savory beef tips over hot buttered egg noodles for a delicious and complete meal.
Nutrition Information
12.5g
Fat
45g
Carbs
25g
Protein
2.5g
Fiber
1.25g
Sugar
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Savory Slow-Cooker Beef Tips with Noodles?
It is a comforting one-pot style meal featuring tender cubed beef slow-cooked with shallots and mushrooms in a rich broth, served over buttered egg noodles.
What type of beef is recommended for this recipe?
The recipe calls for 1 lb of bottom sirloin beef caps cut into cubes.
How do I prepare the beef before putting it in the slow cooker?
You should dredge the cubed beef in a mixture of flour, salt, and pepper until fully coated.
What vegetables are used in this beef tips recipe?
The dish includes 1/2 cup of chopped shallots and 1 lb of sliced mushrooms.
What goes into the cooking liquid for the beef?
The liquid is a mixture of condensed beef broth, tomato paste or sauce, Worcestershire sauce, and red wine.
How long should I cook the beef tips?
Cook the mixture on the low setting of your slow cooker for 8 hours.
How do I thicken the gravy?
About 30 minutes before serving, stir in a smooth paste made from 3 tablespoons of flour and 1/3 cup of water.
How long does the sauce take to thicken once the paste is added?
After adding the flour and water paste, let the dish continue cooking for another 45 minutes.
What should the beef tips be served with?
They are best served over 4-6 cups of cooked and buttered egg noodles.
What is the calorie count for this dish?
Each serving contains approximately 400 calories.
How much protein is in a serving of beef tips?
There are 25g of protein per serving.
Can I use tomato sauce instead of tomato paste?
Yes, the recipe allows for the use of either 2 teaspoons of tomato paste or tomato sauce.
How much red wine is needed?
The recipe requires 1/4 cup of red wine.
What kind of flour is used for dredging?
You should use 1/3 cup of all-purpose flour seasoned with salt and pepper.
Are the noodles cooked in the slow cooker?
No, the egg noodles should be cooked separately and buttered before serving the beef tips over them.
What is the total fat content?
The dish contains 12.5g of fat per serving.
How many carbohydrates are in this recipe?
There are 45g of carbohydrates per serving.
Can I substitute shallots with anything else?
While shallots provide a specific flavor, you could substitute them with finely chopped onions if necessary.
Is this a good meal for a busy weeknight?
Yes, it is specifically described as perfect for busy weeknights due to the ease of slow cooking.
What size can of beef broth should I use?
The recipe specifies one 10 1/2 ounce can of condensed beef broth.
What is the fiber content per serving?
Each serving provides 2.5g of fiber.
How much sugar is in the dish?
There is 1.25g of sugar per serving.
Can I omit the mushrooms if I don't like them?
Yes, you can omit them, although they contribute to the bulk and flavor of the sauce.
What makes the beef tender in this recipe?
The slow-cooking process on a low setting for 8 hours allows the beef to become perfectly tender.
Do I need to brown the beef before adding it to the slow cooker?
The recipe does not require browning; you simply dredge the beef in flour and place it directly in the slow cooker.
Can I use a different type of noodle?
While egg noodles are traditional, you could serve this over mashed potatoes, rice, or other pasta varieties.
Is the Worcestershire sauce essential?
It adds a robust, savory flavor to the sauce, so it is highly recommended.
What kind of texture does the sauce have?
The sauce is thick and savory, specifically thickened by a flour and water slurry at the end of cooking.
Can I cook this on high for a shorter time?
The recipe suggests 8 hours on low for best results, but most slow cooker recipes can be adapted to 4 hours on high.
How do I ensure the thickening paste is smooth?
Mix the 3 tablespoons of flour with 1/3 cup of water in a separate bowl until no lumps remain before adding to the crock pot.