Description
This hearty Steak and Onions recipe is a simple slow-cooker meal featuring tender petite sirloin steaks simmered with flavorful onions, garlic, and a savory blend of Italian dressing and brown gravy mix. The slow cooking method ensures juicy, melt-in-your-mouth meat complemented by a rich sauce, perfect for a comforting family dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat
- 2 lbs. cheap steaks such as petite sirloins
Vegetables and Aromatics
- 2 white or yellow onions, cut into circles
- 1 Tbsp. minced garlic
Seasonings and Sauces
- ½ tsp. salt
- ¼ tsp. pepper
- 0.70 oz. Italian dressing mix packet
- 0.87 oz. brown gravy mix
Liquids and Thickeners
- 1 ½ cups water
- 3 Tbsp. cornstarch
Instructions
- Prepare the slow cooker: Place the 2 lbs. of petite sirloin steaks into the slow cooker. Evenly sprinkle the salt and pepper over the steaks. Then layer the sliced onion rings and minced garlic on top of the meat.
- Mix the sauce: In a small bowl, combine the brown gravy mix, Italian dressing mix, cornstarch, and water. Whisk thoroughly until the cornstarch is dissolved and the mixture is smooth. Pour this sauce evenly over the steaks and onions in the slow cooker.
- Cook the dish: Cover the slow cooker and cook on the LOW setting for 5 to 6 hours. This low and slow heat allows the steaks to become tender while the flavors meld together into a savory sauce.
- Serve: Once cooking is complete, serve the steaks with the onions and gravy alongside your preferred side dishes such as mashed potatoes, rice, or steamed vegetables.
Notes
- Using cheaper cuts of steak like petite sirloin works best with slow cooking to tenderize the meat.
- Adjust salt and pepper to taste, especially if your Italian dressing or gravy mix contains added sodium.
- For a thicker gravy, you can mix an additional teaspoon of cornstarch with cold water and stir it in during the last 30 minutes of cooking.
- Be cautious not to remove the lid frequently during slow cooking as it extends the cooking time.
- This dish pairs well with classic comfort sides like mashed potatoes, steamed green beans, or buttered noodles.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approximate)
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 550 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 4.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg
