This recipe is the ultimate “set it and forget it” meal. With just raw cubed beef and three simple pantry ingredients, you’ll get incredibly tender meat with a rich, savory flavor. It’s perfect for serving over mashed potatoes, rice, or noodles.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds (about 1 kg) raw cubed beef (stew meat or chuck roast cubes)
- 1 packet (1 oz / 30g) onion soup mix
- 1 can (10.5 oz / 300g) cream of mushroom soup
- ½ cup water (optional for thinner gravy)
Instructions
- Place the raw cubed beef evenly into the slow cooker.
- Sprinkle the onion soup mix over the beef.
- Pour the cream of mushroom soup (and water if desired) over the top. Do not stir.
- Cover the slow cooker with the lid.
- Cook on Low for 7–8 hours or High for 4 hours, until the beef is tender and the sauce is thick and flavorful.
- Gently stir before serving to combine the sauce and beef.
Servings
Serves 4–6 people
Nutritional Info (per serving, approx.)
Calories: 360
Protein: 35g
Carbohydrates: 5g
Fat: 22g
Sodium: 670mg
Notes
You can use any type of beef suitable for slow cooking such as chuck, round, or brisket cubes. The onion soup mix adds instant savory depth while the mushroom soup creates a creamy gravy-like sauce.
Tips
For richer flavor, brown the beef cubes in a skillet for a few minutes before adding to the slow cooker. Add sliced mushrooms or diced onions for extra texture. Serve with mashed potatoes or egg noodles to soak up the sauce.
