Name: Garlic Butter Beef Bites with Potatoes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 4 h
Total time: 4 h 15 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1.5 pounds Beef stew meat (Cut into bite-sized pieces); 1 pound Baby potatoes (Halved for even cooking); 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter (Melted for garlic butter sauce); 3 cloves Garlic (Minced for flavor); 1 teaspoon Onion powder (Adds depth to flavor); 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika (For a smoky flavor); 0.5 teaspoon Dried thyme (Enhances aroma); 0.5 teaspoon Dried rosemary (Adds a fragrant touch); 0.5 teaspoon Salt (Or to taste); 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper (For seasoning); 0.25 cup Beef broth (To keep the dish moist); 1 tablespoon Olive oil (For searing beef)

why make this recipe

Garlic Butter Beef Bites with Potatoes is a delicious and comforting meal perfect for families and gatherings. This recipe is simple to follow and combines tender beef with flavorful garlic butter and hearty potatoes. It’s an easy way to make a satisfying dish that everyone will adore. Plus, cooking in a slow cooker means you can set it and forget it while it does all the work.

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how to make Garlic Butter Beef Bites with Potatoes

Ingredients:

1.5 pounds Beef stew meat (Cut into bite-sized pieces.)
1 pound Baby potatoes (Halved for even cooking.)
4 tablespoons Unsalted butter (Melted for the garlic butter sauce.)
3 cloves Garlic (Minced for flavor.)
1 teaspoon Onion powder (Adds depth to the flavor.)
1 teaspoon Smoked paprika (For a smoky flavor.)
0.5 teaspoon Dried thyme (Enhances the aroma.)
0.5 teaspoon Dried rosemary (Adds a fragrant touch.)
0.5 teaspoon Salt (Or to taste.)
0.25 teaspoon Black pepper (For seasoning.)
0.25 cup Beef broth (To keep the dish moist.)
1 tablespoon Olive oil (For searing the beef.)

Directions:

Gather all ingredients and cut the beef into bite-sized pieces. Halve the baby potatoes.
Optional: Parboil the baby potatoes for a few minutes to soften them slightly.
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear the beef bites until browned on all sides.
In a small bowl, combine melted butter, minced garlic, onion powder, smoked paprika, thyme, rosemary, salt, and black pepper to create the garlic butter sauce.
In the slow cooker, place the halved baby potatoes and seared beef. Pour the garlic butter sauce over the top and add beef broth.
Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours until the beef is fork-tender.
Let the dish rest for about 10 minutes before serving.

how to serve Garlic Butter Beef Bites with Potatoes

Serve the Garlic Butter Beef Bites with Potatoes hot, topped with fresh parsley for added color. This dish pairs well with a side salad or some crusty bread to soak up the delicious garlic butter sauce.

how to store Garlic Butter Beef Bites with Potatoes

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator. They will stay fresh for up to three days. To reheat, use the microwave or warm them up on the stove over low heat until heated through.

tips to make Garlic Butter Beef Bites with Potatoes

If you like a richer flavor, you can add a splash of red wine to the slow cooker.
For extra greens, toss in some chopped spinach or green beans before serving.
Make sure to sear the beef well for more flavor before adding it to the slow cooker.

variation

You can easily swap out the baby potatoes for other vegetables like carrots or parsnips, depending on your preference. Additionally, if you want a spicy kick, add red pepper flakes to the garlic butter sauce.

FAQs

1. Can I use a different cut of beef?
Yes, you can use other cuts like chuck roast or sirloin, but to achieve the best tenderness, stick with stew meat.

2. What can I use instead of beef broth?
You can use chicken broth or vegetable broth as a substitute if you don’t have beef broth.

3. Is it necessary to sear the beef before slow cooking?
While it’s not mandatory, searing the beef enhances its flavor and adds a nice texture to the meat.