Slow Cooker Beef in Onion Gravy
Slow Cooker Beef in Onion Gravy is the ultimate comfort food, combining tender beef with a rich, savory gravy made from onion soup mix, cream of mushroom soup, and Worcestershire sauce. This easy recipe requires minimal effort, letting your slow cooker do all the work. It’s perfect for cozy family dinners, served over mashed potatoes, rice, or noodles. Add veggies like carrots or peas for a hearty, well-rounded meal. Leftovers are versatile, transforming into pot pie fillings or open-faced sandwiches.
Ingredients:
2 pounds beef stew meat, trimmed and cut into bite-sized pieces
1 packet dry onion soup mix (1 ounce)
1 can (10.5 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup
1/4 cup all-purpose flour (for thickening)
1/4 cup water
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Beef: Place the stew meat in your slow cooker.
2. Mix the Sauce: In a bowl, whisk together the dry onion soup mix, condensed cream of mushroom soup, flour, water, and Worcestershire sauce until smooth.
3. Combine: Pour the mixture over the beef, ensuring all pieces are evenly coated.
4. Add Seasoning: Sprinkle freshly ground black pepper to taste and give everything a gentle stir.
5. Cook Low & Slow:
Cook on low for 8 hours or on high for 4-5 hours, until the beef is tender and the gravy is rich and flavorful.
6. Serve & Enjoy: Stir gently, then serve the beef and onion gravy over mashed potatoes, rice, or egg noodles.
Tips & Variations:
Customize the Gravy: Swap cream of mushroom soup with cream of celery or chicken soup for a different twist.
Add Veggies: Toss in carrots, peas, or mushrooms during the last hour of cooking for extra flavor and nutrition.
Gluten-Free Option: Use gluten-free flour and soup for a celiac-friendly version.
Leftover Magic: Use leftovers as a filling for savory beef pot pies or serve over toasted bread for open-faced sandwiches.
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