Description

Slow Cooker Rosemary Balsamic Beef Tips are a rich, savory comfort dish packed with deep flavors. Tender chunks of beef are slow-simmered in a tangy balsamic and herb-infused broth, with hints of garlic and onion. Perfect for serving over mashed potatoes, rice, or egg noodles, this dish is both hearty and elegant with minimal hands-on time.

Ingredients

Scale

2 lbs beef tips or stew meat, trimmed
1 cup beef broth
½ cup balsamic vinegar
1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
1 tbsp soy sauce
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 onion, diced
1 tsp dried rosemary (or 1 tbsp fresh)
½ tsp black pepper
½ tsp salt
2 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp cornstarch
3 tbsp cold water

Instructions

Step 1: Brown the Beef

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Sear beef tips until browned on all sides. This boosts flavor.
Transfer the beef to the slow cooker.

Step 2: Sauté the Aromatics

In the same skillet, cook the diced onion until soft (about 3 minutes).
Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add this mixture to the slow cooker.

Step 3: Add Liquids and Seasoning

Pour beef broth, balsamic vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, and soy sauce into the slow cooker.
Stir in the rosemary, salt, and pepper.

Step 4: Slow Cook to Tender Perfection

Cover and cook on low for 7–8 hours or high for 3–4 hours.
The beef should be fork-tender and full of flavor.

Step 5: Thicken the Sauce

In a small bowl, whisk cornstarch with cold water until smooth.
Stir into the slow cooker during the last 30 minutes of cooking.
Let the sauce thicken and bubble gently.

Step 6: Serve & Enjoy

Give everything a final stir, adjust seasoning as needed.
Serve hot over your favorite starch or veggie base.

Notes

This recipe is perfect for meal prepping, potluck dinners, and even holiday mains.
To elevate it even more, drizzle a bit of balsamic reduction on top before serving.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 7–8 hours (on low) or 3–4 hours (on high)
Category: Dinner
Method: Slow Cooker
Cuisine: American