Description
A soul-warming dish of tender beef tips in rich mushroom gravy served over creamy garlic mashed potatoes – the ultimate comfort food perfect for colder months.
Ingredients
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For the Beef Tips and Mushroom Gravy:
- 2 pounds beef sirloin or chuck, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 3 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
- 1 large onion, finely diced
- 8 ounces cremini mushrooms, sliced (substitute white button mushrooms if needed)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (or cornstarch for gluten-free option)
- 2 cups beef broth (low-sodium recommended)
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves (or ½ teaspoon dried)
- 1 bay leaf
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
For the Garlic Mashed Potatoes:
- 2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cubed (russets work too)
- 4 cloves garlic, peeled
- ½ cup whole milk, warmed (or half-and-half for richer potatoes)
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- ¼ cup sour cream
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Beef: Pat beef cubes dry with paper towels. Season with salt and pepper. Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Working in batches, sear beef until browned on all sides, about 2-3 minutes per batch. Remove to a plate and set aside.
- Sauté the Aromatics: In the same pan, add remaining oil if needed. Add onions and cook until translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Add mushrooms and cook until they release moisture and begin to brown, approximately 5-6 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Create the Gravy Base: Sprinkle flour over the vegetable mixture and stir constantly for 1-2 minutes. Gradually whisk in beef broth, ensuring no lumps form. Add Worcestershire sauce, thyme, and bay leaf. Bring to a simmer.
- Combine and Simmer: Return beef tips to the pan with any accumulated juices. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 25-30 minutes until beef is tender and gravy has thickened.
- Prepare the Garlic Mashed Potatoes: Place potatoes and whole garlic cloves in a large pot. Cover with cold water by 1 inch and add 1 teaspoon salt. Bring to a boil, reduce to simmer and cook until fork-tender, about 15-20 minutes.
- Finish the Mashed Potatoes: Drain potatoes and garlic, return them to the hot pot. Add warm milk, butter, and sour cream. Mash until smooth and creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve and Garnish: Remove bay leaf from beef mixture. Spoon mashed potatoes onto plates, creating a well in the center. Ladle beef tips and mushroom gravy over potatoes. Garnish with fresh parsley.
Notes
- Don’t move the beef pieces too frequently while browning – letting them develop a good crust is key to building flavor.
- For enhanced umami flavor, mix in a variety of mushrooms like shiitake or portobello along with the cremini.
- If the gravy becomes too thick, add a little more broth. If it’s too thin, simmer uncovered for a few extra minutes.
- Always warm your milk and bring butter to room temperature before adding to mashed potatoes.
- This dish actually improves in flavor after a day in the refrigerator, making it perfect for meal prep.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 520
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 28g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
Keywords: beef tips, mushroom gravy, garlic mashed potatoes, comfort food, beef dinner, winter meal, hearty recipe