Imagine walking into your home after a long day, greeted by the most irresistible aroma of tender, slow-cooked beef swimming in a rich, creamy mushroom gravy. This Crockpot Tip Roast isn't just a meal—it's a culinary experience that transforms an ordinary dinner into a mouthwatering feast that will have your family begging for seconds. With minimal prep time and maximum flavor, this recipe is about to become your new go-to comfort food that promises restaurant-quality taste with home-cooking simplicity.
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 8 hrs
Total Time: 8 hrs 20 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 6 servings
Ingredients
- 3-4 pounds beef tip roast
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 onion, sliced
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Remove the beef tip roast from refrigerator 30 minutes before cooking to bring it to room temperature, which helps ensure even cooking.
- Season the roast generously with salt, pepper, and garlic powder on all sides, rubbing the spices into the meat to enhance flavor penetration.
- Slice the onion into thin rings and spread them across the bottom of the crockpot to create a flavorful base for the roast.
- Place the seasoned beef tip roast on top of the onion slices in the crockpot.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the cream of mushroom soup and beef broth until smooth and well combined.
- Pour the soup and broth mixture over the roast, ensuring it covers the meat partially but not completely.
- Cover the crockpot and set to low heat setting for 8 hours, allowing the meat to become tender and absorb the rich mushroom gravy.
- After 8 hours, carefully remove the roast from the crockpot and let it rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing.
- Slice the roast against the grain to ensure maximum tenderness and serve with the mushroom gravy from the crockpot.
- Optional: Thicken the gravy by whisking in a cornstarch slurry (2 tablespoons cornstarch mixed with 1/4 cup cold water) if desired.
Tips
- Temperature Matters: Always let your roast sit at room temperature for 30 minutes before cooking to ensure even heat distribution.
- Seasoning Technique: Don't just sprinkle seasonings—massage them into the meat to maximize flavor penetration.
- Onion Base Trick: Spreading sliced onions at the bottom of the crockpot creates an aromatic foundation and prevents meat from sticking.
- Liquid Balance: Cover the roast partially with liquid, not completely, to maintain moisture without drowning the meat.
- Slicing Secrets: Always slice against the grain to guarantee maximum tenderness and easier chewing.
- Gravy Enhancement: For a thicker gravy, use the cornstarch slurry method just before serving.
- Resting is Crucial: Let the roast rest 10-15 minutes after cooking to allow juices to redistribute, ensuring each slice is succulent and flavorful.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 540kcal
Carbohydrates: 24g
Protein: 54g
Fat: 26g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Cholesterol: 120mg
