Description

This Savory Beef and Mushroom Gravy is the ultimate comfort food—warm, rich, and satisfying. Tender pieces of beef are simmered with earthy mushrooms and onions in a luscious, flavorful gravy that pairs perfectly with mashed potatoes, rice, or noodles. It’s a hearty, family-style dish that brings cozy home-cooked flavor to your table without needing fancy ingredients. Ideal for Sunday dinners, holiday meals, or a comforting weeknight treat, this recipe captures the essence of traditional homestyle cooking at its best.

Ingredients

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1 ½ pounds beef sirloin or chuck, cut into bite-sized pieces
2 tablespoons olive oil or vegetable oil
1 large onion, finely chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
10 ounces cremini or button mushrooms, sliced
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
3 cups beef broth (low sodium preferred)
1 tablespoon soy sauce (optional)
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon dried thyme or 1 tablespoon fresh thyme
½ teaspoon onion powder
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
Salt and black pepper, to taste
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

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Instructions

Pat the beef dry with paper towels and season generously with salt and black pepper.
Heat oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the beef in batches and sear until browned on all sides. Remove from the pan and set aside.
In the same pan, add chopped onions and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened. Add minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds.
Add sliced mushrooms and sauté until they release their moisture and start to brown, about 5-6 minutes.
Sprinkle flour over the mushroom mixture and stir well to coat evenly. Cook for 1-2 minutes to remove the raw flour taste.
Gradually pour in the beef broth while stirring continuously to prevent lumps. Add Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce (if using), thyme, and onion powder. Mix well.
Return the browned beef to the skillet, stir to combine, then lower the heat. Cover and simmer for 25–30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the beef is tender and the gravy thickens.
Stir in the butter and taste for seasoning. Adjust salt and pepper as needed.
Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley, over mashed potatoes, rice, or buttered noodles.

Notes

Chuck or sirloin works best for tenderness and flavor. If using tougher cuts, simmer longer for best results.
If gravy becomes too thick, add a splash of broth to loosen it.
For a gluten-free option, replace flour with cornstarch or a gluten-free flour blend.
Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 4 days or frozen for up to 3 months.
The flavors deepen overnight, making it even more delicious the next day.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes