Slow Cooker Creamy Beef & Gravy

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Slow Cooker Creamy Beef & Gravy

Comfort food perfection with just 4 ingredients

🥘 Description

This ultra-easy slow cooker recipe turns raw ground beef into a rich, savory, creamy gravy that’s perfect over mashed potatoes, rice, or egg noodles. No browning required—just dump, cook, and stir. It’s cozy, budget-friendly, and ideal for busy days.

🧾 Ingredients (4 total)

  1. 2 lbs ground beef (80/20 preferred for flavor)

  2. 2 cans (10.5 oz each) cream of mushroom soup

  3. 1 packet onion soup mix

  4. 1½ cups beef broth

🔪 Instructions

  1. Add beef
    Place raw ground beef directly into the slow cooker. Break it up lightly with a spoon.

  2. Mix sauces
    In a bowl, whisk together cream of mushroom soup, onion soup mix, and beef broth.

  3. Combine
    Pour mixture over the beef. Gently stir to coat.

  4. Cook

    • LOW: 6–7 hours

    • HIGH: 3–4 hours
      Stir once or twice during cooking if possible.

  5. Finish
    Break up the beef fully, taste, and adjust seasoning if needed.

🍽️ Serving Suggestions

  • Over mashed potatoes

  • On buttered egg noodles

  • Over white rice

  • With biscuits or toast

  • As a filling for stuffed baked potatoes

💡 Tips & Notes

  • For thicker gravy: remove lid for last 30 minutes

  • For leaner meat: drain excess grease halfway through

  • Add mushrooms or onions for extra texture

  • Stir in ½ cup sour cream at the end for extra creaminess

👨‍👩‍👧 Servings

6–8 servings

🧮 Approximate Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories: ~420

  • Protein: ~28g

  • Fat: ~30g

  • Carbs: ~8g
    (Values vary by beef fat content)

🌟 Benefits

  • Minimal prep

  • No browning required

  • Budget-friendly

  • Freezer-friendly

  • Kid-approved comfort food

❓ Q & A

Q: Can I use frozen ground beef?
A: Yes, but break it apart once softened and ensure it reaches safe internal temperature.

Q: Can I make this dairy-free?
A: Use dairy-free condensed soup alternatives.

Q: Can I add vegetables?
A: Absolutely—peas, mushrooms, or green beans work well.

Q: How long does it keep?
A: Up to 4 days refrigerated, 3 months frozen.

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