Mississippi Beef Tips – Easy 6-Ingredient Slow Cooker Recipe

These Mississippi beef tips take everything people love about the famous Mississippi pot roast and turn it into tender, bite-size pieces of beef in a rich, buttery gravy. You only need six ingredients and a slow cooker. Add the beef, sprinkle on ranch and au jus mix, top with pepperoncini and butter, and let it cook low and slow all day. Spoon it over mashed potatoes for an easy comfort food dinner the whole family will love.

Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cook Time: 7–8 hours on LOW | Method: Slow cooker

Why You’ll Love These Slow Cooker Mississippi Beef Tips

• Only 6 ingredients. No chopping beyond mincing two cloves of garlic.
• Hands-off cooking. Load the slow cooker in the morning and dinner is ready by evening.
• Fork-tender beef. Stew meat turns soft and juicy after a long, slow cook.
• Big flavor. Ranch, au jus, butter, and tangy pepperoncini create a savory gravy with a little zip.

Ingredients

• 2 lb beef stew meat
• 1 packet (1 oz) ranch seasoning mix
• 1 packet (1 oz) au jus gravy mix
• 6 pepperoncini peppers
• 4 tablespoons butter, sliced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced

How to Make Mississippi Beef Tips in the Slow Cooker

1. Add the beef. Place the beef stew meat in an even layer in the bottom of a slow cooker.
2. Season. Sprinkle the ranch seasoning and au jus gravy mix evenly over the beef.
3. Add the toppings. Scatter the minced garlic and pepperoncini peppers over the top, then place the butter slices on the beef.
4. Slow cook. Cover and cook on LOW for 7–8 hours, until the beef is fork-tender.
5. Stir and serve. Stir gently to coat the beef tips in the gravy, then serve over mashed potatoes with plenty of gravy spooned on top.

Tips for the Best Mississippi Beef Tips

• Keep the lid on. Every time you lift it, heat escapes and cooking takes longer.
• Do not add extra water. The beef and butter release plenty of juices to make the gravy.
• Want thicker gravy? Stir 1 tablespoon cornstarch into 2 tablespoons cold water, add it to the slow cooker, and cook uncovered on HIGH for 15–20 minutes.
• Control the heat. For more tang, add a splash of the pepperoncini brine. For a milder flavor, use fewer peppers.
• Watch the salt. Both seasoning packets are salty, so taste before adding any extra.

What to Serve with Mississippi Beef Tips

• Creamy mashed potatoes (the classic choice)
• Buttered egg noodles or white rice
• Roasted green beans, steamed broccoli, or a simple salad
• Warm dinner rolls to soak up the gravy

Storage and Reheating

Let leftovers cool, then refrigerate in an airtight container within 2 hours of cooking. They keep for 3–4 days. Reheat on the stove over medium-low heat or in the microwave until hot all the way through. To freeze, store the beef and gravy together for up to 3 months and thaw overnight in the refrigerator.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I cook Mississippi beef tips on HIGH?

This recipe is written for LOW, which gives the most tender result. Cooking on HIGH is faster, but the beef can be less tender, so check it with a fork and keep cooking until it pulls apart easily.

Can I use a chuck roast instead of stew meat?

Yes. Cut a chuck roast into 1 1/2-inch cubes. Chuck is the cut most often sold as stew meat, so it cooks the same way.

Are Mississippi beef tips spicy?

Not really. Pepperoncini peppers are mild and add a gentle tang rather than heat.

What is the difference between Mississippi beef tips and Mississippi pot roast?

They use the same seasonings. Pot roast is made with a whole roast that is shredded at the end, while beef tips use bite-size cubes of stew meat.

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