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Instant Pot Beef Tips with Gravy

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Instant Pot Beef Tips with Gravy is a soothing and hearty dish that brings comfort to any dining occasion. This recipe features tender beef tips cooked to perfection in a rich, savory gravy that enhances every bite. The Instant Pot not only speeds up the cooking process but also locks in moisture, resulting in melt-in-your-mouth meat. Serve these flavorful beef tips over creamy mashed potatoes, fluffy polenta, or delicate egg noodles for a memorable meal everyone will love. With straightforward preparation steps and simple ingredients, this delightful dish is perfect for family dinners or cozy nights in.

Ingredients

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  • 2.5 pounds stew meat or beef tips
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 large Vidalia onion (diced)
  • 4 cloves garlic (minced)
  • ½ cup dry grape juice or additional broth
  • 2 cups low sodium beef broth
  • ¼ cup Worcestershire sauce
  • Fresh thyme and bay leaf for flavoring
  • 3 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 3 tablespoons water

Instructions

  1. 1. Pat the beef dry and season with salt and pepper.
  2. 2. Sear the beef in olive oil using the Instant Pot’s sauté function until golden brown.
  3. 3. Sauté onions and garlic in butter until fragrant.
  4. 4. Deglaze the pot with grape juice, scraping up browned bits.
  5. 5. Add seared beef back to the pot along with broth and Worcestershire sauce.
  6. 6. Seal and cook on high pressure for 25 minutes, allowing natural release afterward.
  7. 7. Whisk cornstarch with water, stir into pot, and simmer until gravy thickens.
  8. 8. Serve over mashed potatoes, polenta, or egg noodles.

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