Crock Pot French Onion Beef Tips Recipe

Introduction

Crock Pot French Onion Beef Tips is a comforting and flavorful slow-cooked dish that combines tender beef with rich French onion soup and melted cheese. It’s perfect for an easy weeknight dinner or a cozy weekend meal.

Ingredients

• 2 Tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 pound beef stew meat
• 1 ½ teaspoons ground black pepper
• 1 yellow onion, cut into thin slices
• 1 packet low sodium Au Jus sauce mix
• 1 packet Beefy Onion Soup Mix
• 1 (10.5 ounce) can French Onion Soup
• 5 Tablespoons unsalted butter, sliced
• 2 cups shredded Mozzarella and Provolone Cheese (or shredded Gruyere cheese)

Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat a heavy-bottomed skillet over medium-high heat. Add vegetable oil and swirl to coat the bottom evenly.
2. Step 2: Add beef stew meat, breaking it into smaller pieces. Season with ground black pepper. Sear the beef for 1-2 minutes on each side until browned but not cooked through. Remove from heat.
3. Step 3: Spray the bottom of a 5-6 quart crockpot with non-stick spray.
4. Step 4: Arrange the sliced yellow onion in an even layer on the bottom of the crockpot.
5. Step 5: Place the browned beef evenly on top of the onions.
6. Step 6: Sprinkle the Au Jus sauce mix over the beef.
7. Step 7: Evenly sprinkle the Beefy Onion Soup Mix on top.
8. Step 8: Pour the can of French Onion Soup evenly over all ingredients.
9. Step 9: Place the sliced unsalted butter on top of everything.
10. Step 10: Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours, until the beef is tender.
11. Step 11: About 30 minutes before serving, sprinkle the shredded cheese over the beef. Cover and allow it to melt.

Tips & Variations

• For a richer flavor, substitute Gruyere cheese for the Mozzarella and Provolone blend.
• If you prefer less sodium, use low sodium versions of the Au Jus sauce, soup mix, and French Onion Soup.
• Serve over mashed potatoes, rice, or egg noodles to soak up the delicious sauce.

Storage

Store leftover beef tips in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in a skillet or microwave until warmed through. For longer storage, freeze in a sealed container for up to 2 months; thaw overnight before reheating.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use other cuts of beef for this recipe?

Yes, you can use other stew cuts like chuck roast or sirloin tips, but be sure to adjust cooking times so the beef becomes tender.

Can I prepare this recipe without a crockpot?

While the crockpot makes it easy, you can cook this on the stovetop in a covered pot over low heat for 2-3 hours until the beef is tender, stirring occasionally.

Crock Pot French Onion Beef Tips Recipe

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• Author: lilan
• Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes to 6 hours 15 minutes
• Yield: 4 servings 1x

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Description

This Crock Pot French Onion Beef Tips recipe features tender beef stew meat cooked low and slow with aromatic onions and rich French onion soup, topped with melted mozzarella and provolone cheeses. Perfect for a comforting, easy-to-make meal with rich, savory flavors.

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Ingredients

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Beef and Seasoning

• 2 Tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 pound beef stew meat
• 1 ½ teaspoons ground black pepper

Vegetables

• 1 yellow onion, cut into thin slices

Sauces and Mixes

• 1 packet low sodium Au Jus sauce mix
• 1 packet Beefy Onion Soup Mix (low sodium optional)
• 1 (10.5 ounce) can French Onion Soup (low sodium optional)

Butter and Cheese

• 5 Tablespoons unsalted butter, sliced
• 2 cups shredded Mozzarella and Provolone Cheese (or shredded Gruyere cheese)

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Instructions

1. Heat the skillet: Place a heavy-bottomed skillet over medium-high heat and add 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, swirling to coat evenly.
2. Sear beef: Add 1 pound of beef stew meat and break into smaller pieces. Season with 1 ½ teaspoons ground black pepper. Sear the meat on one side until brown and it lifts easily, about 1-2 minutes, then brown the other side similarly. Remove from heat. Note: This is to brown the meat, not cook through.
3. Prepare crockpot: Spray the bottom of a 5-6 quart crockpot with non-stick spray to prevent sticking.
4. Add onions: Layer the thinly sliced yellow onion evenly at the bottom of the crockpot.
5. Add beef: Place the browned beef tips evenly on top of the onions.
6. Add seasoning mixes: Sprinkle 1 packet of low sodium Au Jus sauce mix evenly over the beef, then evenly sprinkle 1 packet of Beefy Onion Soup Mix over the top.
7. Pour soup: Pour 1 (10.5 ounce) can of French Onion Soup over all ingredients in the crockpot.
8. Add butter: Distribute 5 tablespoons sliced unsalted butter evenly over the top.
9. Slow cook: Cover and cook on low for 4 to 6 hours, or until the beef is tender.
10. Add cheese: About 30 minutes before the cooking time ends, sprinkle 2 cups shredded Mozzarella and Provolone Cheese over the beef. Cover and allow the cheese to melt before serving.

Notes

• Use low sodium Au Jus and soup mixes if you need to control salt intake.
• The initial searing of beef helps develop richer flavor but does not cook the meat completely.
• The shredded cheese can be substituted with shredded Gruyere for a more authentic French onion soup flavor.
• Cooking time may vary depending on your crockpot model; check tenderness after 4 hours.
• Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for longer storage.

• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 4 to 6 hours
• Category: Main Course
• Method: Slow Cooking
• Cuisine: American

Keywords: Crock Pot, French Onion Soup, Beef Tips, Slow Cooker, Comfort Food, Easy Dinner