Description
This Slow Cooker Mississippi Beef Cubed Steaks recipe offers a simple and flavorful way to prepare tender beef with a tangy and buttery sauce. Combining au jus gravy, ranch seasoning, butter, and pepperoncini peppers, this recipe yields juicy, melt-in-your-mouth steaks with a deliciously rich and slightly spicy flavor profile, perfect for an easy weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Beef and Seasoning
- 6 cube steaks
- 1 ounce au jus gravy packet
- 1 ounce ranch seasoning packet
- 1/3 cup water
Additional Ingredients
- 8 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into cubes
- 6 pepperoncini peppers
Instructions
- Prepare the Slow Cooker: Lightly grease the inside of your slow cooker to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
- Place Cube Steaks: Lay the 6 cube steaks in a single layer inside the slow cooker, making sure they are evenly distributed.
- Add Seasonings: Sprinkle the au jus gravy packet and ranch seasoning packet evenly over the steaks to ensure balanced flavor throughout.
- Pour Water: Pour 1/3 cup of water over the steaks and seasoning mixture to help create a flavorful sauce and keep the meat moist during cooking.
- Add Butter: Distribute the 8 tablespoons of unsalted butter cubes evenly on top of the steaks and seasoning to add richness and flavor as it melts.
- Place Pepperoncini Peppers: Scatter the 6 pepperoncini peppers on top of the butter and steaks. These will impart a mild, tangy spice to the dish while it cooks.
- Cook Low and Slow: Cover the slow cooker with its lid and cook on low heat for 8 hours until the steaks are tender and infused with the sauce flavors.
- Serve: Once cooked, remove the steaks carefully and spoon the sauce from the slow cooker over the meat before serving. Enjoy with your favorite sides.
Notes
- For extra creaminess, you can add a splash of heavy cream near the end of cooking.
- Adjust the number of pepperoncini peppers according to your preferred spice level.
- This dish pairs well with mashed potatoes, rice, or steamed vegetables.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated gently.