This Mushroom Beef Tips recipe delivers deep, umami-rich comfort with just four simple ingredients: tender beef chunks, mushrooms, onion soup mix, and a splash of broth. Simmered low and slow in your slow cooker, it becomes a hearty, gravy-like stew that’s perfect over mashed potatoes, egg noodles, or rice.
Inspired by Midwestern and Amish farmhouse cooking, it’s the kind of meal that feels like a warm hug—without the fuss.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- 🥩 Only 4 ingredients—pantry staples!
- ⏱️ 10 minutes prep, then walk away
- 💛 One slow cooker = easy cleanup
- 💸 Costs under $10—feeds 6 generously
- 🌾 Naturally nut-free & gluten-free (use GF soup)
Ingredients You’ll Need
(6-quart slow cooker)
- 2 lbs (900g) stew beef or cubed chuck roast, trimmed
- 8 oz (225g) cremini or white mushrooms, halved or quartered
- 1 (1 oz) packet dry onion soup mix (like Lipton)
- ½ cup beef broth or water
💡 Pro Tips:
- Pat beef dry before adding to reduce excess moisture.
- Don’t stir after layering—this helps the gravy form evenly.
- Use whole mushrooms—they hold up better than sliced during long cooks.
Step-by-Step Instructions (Tender, Saucy, Foolproof)
