No Peek Beef Tips
Make tender No Peek Beef Tips in a savory mushroom gravy with this easy slow cooker recipe. No peeking, no fuss—just rich, cozy comfort food at its best.
Servings 6 peoples
Calories 390kcal
Ingredients
- 2 pounds cubed stew beef
- 1 ½ teaspoons kosher salt + 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 ¼ teaspoons garlic powder + 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 packet beefy onion soup mix
- 1 can 10.5 oz cream of mushroom soup
- 3 cups beef broth
Ingredient Substitutions & Tips
Make it creamy
- Want a richer finish? Stir in a spoonful of cream cheese or a splash of heavy cream at the end.
Boost the base
- Swap out 1 cup of the broth for dry red wine like a Pinot or Cabernet for a more elegant depth of flavor.
Sodium watch
- If using full-salt soup and broth taste before adding extra salt.
Instructions
Season the beef.
- Start by patting your stew beef dry—this helps with browning. Then rub the cubes all over with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. You’re not marinating, just waking up the flavor.
Sear for depth.
- Heat a splash of oil in a heavy skillet until it shimmers. Add the beef in a single layer (don’t crowd it—two batches is fine), and let it brown for about 3 minutes, turning occasionally to catch all sides. This is the only hands-on part, and it’s worth it. Transfer the seared beef into your slow cooker.
Build the base.
- Sprinkle in the onion soup mix. Scoop in the cream of mushroom soup. Pour the beef broth over it all. Now, stir just enough to combine—don't overthink it.
Cook low and slow.
- Cover the slow cooker with the lid and set it on Low for 8 hours, or High for 4 hours. The longer, the better. And seriously—don’t peek. Every time you lift the lid, you let out moisture and heat that’s needed to melt the connective tissue in the beef. Trust the pot.
Serve.
- Once done, give the beef tips a gentle stir. Spoon them over mashed potatoes, egg noodles, rice—whatever makes you feel most human in the moment. Garnish with fresh parsley if you’re feeling fancy.
Notes
Nutrition Information (Per Serving)
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 390 kcal |
| Protein | 38g |
| Total Fat | 22g |
| Saturated Fat | 7g |
| Carbohydrates | 7g |
| Sugar | 1g |
| Sodium | 820mg |
| Fiber | 0g |
Note: Nutrition values are estimates based on standard ingredients and do not include side dishes like mashed potatoes or rice.