A classic Beef and Gravy dish is pure comfort food—tender beef simmered in a rich, savory gravy that’s perfect over mashed potatoes, rice, or egg noodles. Think pot roast vibes, but simplified.
Here’s a hearty, homestyle recipe:
Beef and Gravy (Stovetop or Slow Cooker)
Ingredients:
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2 lbs beef chuck, stew meat, or sirloin tips (cut into chunks)
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2 tbsp flour (for dredging)
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Salt & pepper
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2 tbsp oil or butter
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1 small onion, diced
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2 garlic cloves, minced
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2 cups beef broth
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1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
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1 tsp thyme (or rosemary)
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1 tbsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp water (for thickening)
Instructions (Stovetop):
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Season and dredge beef in flour, salt, and pepper.
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In a large skillet or Dutch oven, sear beef in oil until browned. Remove and set aside.
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In the same pan, sauté onion and garlic until soft.
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Add the beef back to the pan. Stir in broth, Worcestershire, and herbs.
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Simmer covered on low for 1.5–2 hours, until beef is fork-tender.
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Mix cornstarch + water, stir in to thicken gravy. Simmer uncovered 5–10 mins more.
Slow Cooker Option:
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Sear the beef first for more flavor (optional).
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Add everything (except cornstarch) to the slow cooker.
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Cook on LOW 7–8 hours or HIGH 4–5 hours.
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Stir in cornstarch slurry at the end, cook 15–30 minutes more to thicken.
Would you like serving ideas, or a version with mushrooms, onions, or cream?