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Cube Steak with Creamy Onion Gravy Recipe

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This slow-cooked Cube Steak with Gravy recipe delivers tender, flavorful beef simmered in a rich onion and beef broth gravy. Perfect for comforting dinners, the cube steaks are cooked low and slow in a crock pot, absorbing hearty seasonings and optional creamy additions that make the gravy luscious and indulgent. Serve alongside mashed potatoes, rice, or buttered noodles for a satisfying meal.

  • Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 4-6 cube steaks
  • 1 onion, sliced
  • 3 cups beef broth
  • 1 packet onion soup mix (or homemade equivalent)
  • 1 packet brown gravy mix (or 2 tablespoons flour or cornstarch for thickening)
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon paprika (optional)

Optional for Creamy Gravy

  • ½ cup heavy cream or milk
  • 2 tablespoons butter

Instructions

  1. Prepare the gravy base: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the beef broth, onion soup mix, brown gravy mix, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, black pepper, salt, and paprika until well combined. This mixture forms the savory foundation for your gravy.
  2. Layer ingredients in the slow cooker: Place the sliced onions at the bottom of the crock pot. Arrange the cube steaks on top in a single layer if possible. Pour the prepared broth and seasoning mixture evenly over the steaks to ensure full coverage.
  3. Slow cook the steaks: Cover the slow cooker with the lid. Cook on low heat for 6 to 8 hours or on high for 4 to 5 hours. Cooking low and slow will result in ultra-tender cube steaks that absorb all the delicious flavors.
  4. Add creamy elements (optional): About 30 minutes before serving, stir in the heavy cream or milk and butter if using, to create a richer, creamier gravy.
  5. Thicken the gravy if needed: If the gravy is thinner than desired, mix 2 tablespoons of cornstarch with ¼ cup of water to make a slurry. Stir this into the slow cooker and allow it to thicken for 20 to 30 minutes before serving.
  6. Serve: Spoon the hot cube steaks onto plates alongside your favorite sides like mashed potatoes, rice, or buttered egg noodles. Generously ladle the flavorful gravy over the top and enjoy your comforting meal.

Notes

  • The longer you cook the cube steak on low, the more tender it becomes—don’t rush the process.
  • For a gluten-free version, substitute gluten-free gravy mix or use cornstarch as the thickener.
  • You can prepare homemade onion soup mix and brown gravy mix for a more natural flavor.
  • Adding the cream or milk at the end makes the gravy richer but is optional based on dietary preference.
  • Butter added to the gravy enhances the flavor and silky texture but can be omitted to reduce fat content.
  • Author: Olivia
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6 hours
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://yourdailycook.com/cube-steak-with-creamy-onion-gravy-recipe-2/