There’s nothing quite like a warm, hearty meal that practically makes itself—especially when it’s a slow-cooked favorite like Beef Tips & Noodles. This dish offers melt-in-your-mouth beef, rich, savory flavors, and the creamy texture of sour cream, all served over tender egg noodles. It’s an easy, stress-free recipe that transforms simple ingredients into a comforting, satisfying dinner with minimal effort.
Perfect for busy days, the slow cooker does all the work for you, infusing the beef with all the delicious flavors from the onion soup mix and the creamy mushroom soup. The beef becomes fall-apart tender as it simmers, and when you stir in the sour cream towards the end, it takes this dish to a whole new level of creamy goodness.
Whether you’re cooking for a busy family or hosting a dinner party, this recipe is sure to please. You can enjoy it as a filling meal on its own, or pair it with a side of steamed veggies or a light salad for balance. Either way, this dish is bound to become a family favorite.
🧾 Ingredients (Shuffled Order)
For the Beef Tips:
🍲 2 pounds beef stew meat, cut into small chunks
🧄 2 cloves garlic, minced
🧅 1 onion, chopped
🧂 Salt and pepper, to taste
For the Sauce:
🍄 1 can (10.75 oz) cream of mushroom soup
🍖 1 packet dry onion soup mix
🥣 1/2 cup beef broth
🥄 1 cup sour cream
For Serving:
🍝 Cooked egg noodles, for serving
👨🍳 Directions
1. Prepare the Beef & Veggies
Add the beef stew meat, chopped onion, and minced garlic into the slow cooker.
2. Mix the Sauce
In a separate bowl, combine the cream of mushroom soup, dry onion soup mix, and beef broth. Stir well to blend, then pour over the beef in the slow cooker.
3. Slow Cook
Cover and cook on low for 7-8 hours, or until the beef is tender and easily shredded.
4. Stir in Sour Cream
About 30 minutes before serving, stir in the sour cream, salt, and pepper, ensuring the sauce becomes creamy and rich.
5. Serve
Serve the beef mixture over cooked egg noodles, and enjoy the creamy, hearty goodness!
🥗 Nutrition & Dietary Notes
This dish is a comforting meal full of savory flavors. The beef provides a good source of protein, while the sour cream adds richness and creaminess to the sauce. It’s best enjoyed as a filling meal with egg noodles, although you can substitute noodles with cauliflower rice or other low-carb options if you prefer. If you’re watching your calorie intake, you can swap the cream of mushroom soup with a lower-fat version, or use a dairy-free alternative for the sour cream. This dish is not suitable for those on a gluten-free diet unless you swap the egg noodles for a gluten-free version.
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