Description
A comforting dish featuring tender beef in a rich, savory gravy. Perfect for cozy weeknights or special gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs beef (chuck roast, top round, or bottom round)
- Salt
- Pepper
- 1 onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups beef broth
- 1/4 cup flour
- Optional vegetables (such as carrots or mushrooms)
Instructions
- Cut the beef into bite-sized pieces and season generously with salt and pepper.
- Heat a large skillet or pot over medium heat and brown the beef on all sides.
- Remove the beef from the skillet and set it aside.
- Sauté the chopped onions and minced garlic in the same skillet until soft and fragrant.
- Return the beef to the skillet, sprinkle with flour, and cook for a few more minutes.
- Pour in the beef broth, stirring well, and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Let it cook for at least 1-2 hours until the beef is tender.
- Adjust seasoning and add optional vegetables during the last 30 minutes of cooking.
- Serve hot over rice or creamy mashed potatoes.
Notes
Searing the meat adds depth to the flavor. Let the dish sit for extra flavor melding.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: beef tips, comfort food, gravy, hearty meal, family dinner