Melt-in-Your-Mouth Amish Butter Beef Tips (Slow Cooker Comfort Classic)
This rich and hearty slow cooker recipe is the definition of effortless comfort food. With just a handful of simple ingredients, tender beef tips are slowly cooked in a buttery, savory sauce until they practically fall apart. It’s a cozy, satisfying dish that feels homemade and nostalgic—perfect for busy days when you want dinner waiting for you.
Ingredients (Serves 6)
900g (2 lbs) beef tips or stew meat
1 packet onion soup mix
1 packet brown gravy mix
1/2 cup water or beef broth
1/2 cup (1 stick / 115g) unsalted butter
Instructions
Prepare the slow cooker
Lightly grease the slow cooker or use a liner for easy cleanup.
Add the beef
Place the beef tips evenly in the bottom of the slow cooker.
Mix the sauce
In a small bowl, combine the onion soup mix, brown gravy mix, and water (or beef broth). Stir until smooth.
Pour and top
Pour the mixture over the beef, then place the stick of butter right on top. No need to stir.
Slow cook to perfection
Cover and cook on low for 6–8 hours or high for 3–4 hours, until the beef is tender and infused with flavor.
Stir & serve
Gently stir before serving so the butter and sauce fully coat the beef.
Serving Suggestions
This buttery beef is best served over something that can soak up all that rich sauce:
Creamy mashed potatoes
Egg noodles
Steamed white rice
Add a fresh side to balance the richness:
Steamed green beans
Roasted Brussels sprouts
Crisp salad with vinaigrette
Don’t forget warm dinner rolls or crusty bread to mop up every last drop!
Tips & Variations
Add sliced mushrooms or onions for extra depth
Stir in a splash of cream at the end for a richer sauce
Use low-sodium soup and gravy mixes to control salt levels
For a thicker sauce, mix 1 tablespoon cornstarch with 2 tablespoons water and stir in during the last 30 minutes
Simple, rich, and incredibly satisfying—this Amish Butter Beef is the kind of meal that disappears quickly and earns a permanent place in your recipe collection.
