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Garlic Butter Beef Bites & Potatoes

Savory Garlic Butter Beef Bites & Potatoes in the Slow Cooker

Indulge in these Garlic Butter Beef Bites & Potatoes, a comforting slow cooker dinner that fills your home with delicious aromas.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 4 hours 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Beef and Potatoes
  • 1 pound Beef stew meat Can substitute with chuck roast, sirloin, or brisket.
  • 1 pound Baby potatoes Sweet potatoes or cauliflower florets can be alternatives.
For the Garlic Butter Sauce
  • ½ cup Unsalted butter Essential for a rich sauce.
  • 3 cloves Garlic, minced Consider using a high-quality garlic press.
  • 1 teaspoon Onion powder Feel free to swap with fresh onion.
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika Regular paprika can be used instead.
  • ½ teaspoon Dried thyme Adjust quantities if using fresh herbs.
  • ½ teaspoon Dried rosemary Adjust quantities if using fresh herbs.
For Seasoning and Moisture
  • ½ teaspoon Salt Or to taste.
  • ¼ teaspoon Black pepper
  • ¼ cup Beef broth Opt for low-sodium broth for a healthier choice.
  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil Can substitute with vegetable oil.

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker
  • Skillet
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Ingredients: Cut the beef stew meat into bite-sized pieces and halve the baby potatoes.
  2. Optional: Parboil the potatoes in boiling salted water for about 5 minutes until slightly softened.
  3. Sear the Beef: Heat olive oil in a skillet and sear the beef pieces for 3-4 minutes on each side.
  4. Make the Garlic Butter Sauce: Combine melted butter, garlic, onion powder, paprika, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
  5. Layer Ingredients: In the slow cooker, layer the parboiled potatoes and seared beef, then pour the garlic butter sauce and beef broth.
  6. Cook the Dish: Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours until beef is fork-tender.
  7. Rest and Serve: Let rest for 10 minutes before serving, spooning extra sauce over portions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Select well-marbled beef for optimal tenderness; cut potatoes uniformly for even cooking.

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