Slow Cooker Beef Tips

1. Coat the Beef:
   • In a large bowl, combine the flour, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
   • Add the beef pieces to the flour mixture, coating them evenly.
2. Brown the Beef:
   • Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
   • Brown the coated beef pieces in batches, transferring them to the slow cooker as they brown.
3. Prepare the Slow Cooker:
   • Place the browned beef in the slow cooker.
   • In a separate bowl, mix together the beef broth, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, tomato paste, thyme, rosemary, and bay leaf.
   • Pour the mixture over the beef in the slow cooker.

1. Add Vegetables:
   • Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, and sliced mushrooms to the slow cooker. Stir to combine.
2. Cook:
   • Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 6-8 hours or until the beef is tender.
3. Thicken the Sauce (Optional):
   • About 30 minutes before serving, you can thicken the sauce if desired. In a small bowl, mix 2 tablespoons of cornstarch with a few tablespoons of the cooking liquid until smooth. Stir the cornstarch mixture into the slow cooker and continue cooking until the sauce thickens.

1. Serve:
   • Discard the bay leaf before serving.
   • Serve the beef tips over rice, mashed potatoes, or noodles.

This slow cooker beef tips recipe is versatile, and you can customize it by adding your favorite vegetables or adjusting the seasonings to suit your taste. Enjoy this comforting and delicious meal!