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**Crockpot Beef Tips & Noodles: A Comforting Classic**
### What Makes Crockpot Beef Tips & Noodles So Special?
What sets this dish apart is the **slow-cooked beef**, which becomes incredibly tender as it simmers in a flavorful gravy. The beauty of using a crockpot is that you don’t have to spend hours hovering over the stove. Simply throw in your ingredients, set it and forget it, and come back to a meal that feels like it’s been cooking for hours — without all the work! The noodles soak up all the savory juices, making every bite rich and comforting. It’s the perfect dish to come home to after a long day or to serve for a cozy family dinner.
For the **beef tips**:
– 1 1/2 to 2 pounds beef stew meat or beef tips (chuck roast works great)
– 1 tablespoon olive oil (for searing the beef)
– 1 onion, chopped
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
– 1 teaspoon dried thyme
– 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
– 1 cup beef broth
– 1 tablespoon soy sauce (optional, for added umami flavor)
– 1 tablespoon flour (for thickening)
For the **noodles**:
– 3 cups egg noodles (or any pasta of your choice)
– 1/2 cup heavy cream (optional, for a creamy finish)