
Garlic Butter Beef Bites with Potatoes
Garlic Butter Beef Bites with Potatoes is a heartwarming dish that brings together tender beef and savory baby potatoes, all enveloped in a rich garlic butter sauce. This recipe is ideal for family dinners or cozy gatherings, offering a delightful combination of flavors that both kids and adults will love. The simplicity of the preparation allows the robust taste of garlic and butter to shine through while ensuring the beef remains juicy and tender. With the convenience of slow cooking, you can set it up and let it simmer, resulting in a comforting meal that feels gourmet without the hassle.
Prep Time15 mins
Cook Time6 hrs
Total Time6 hrs 15 mins
Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds beef stew meat (cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 1 pound baby potatoes (halved)
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon dried thyme
- 0.5 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 0.25 cup beef broth
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and cut the beef into bite-sized pieces. Halve the baby potatoes.
- Optionally parboil the potatoes for a few minutes.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat; sear the beef bites until browned on all sides.
- In a bowl, mix melted butter, minced garlic, onion powder, smoked paprika, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper to create the garlic butter sauce.
- In your slow cooker, add halved baby potatoes and seared beef bites. Pour garlic butter sauce over them, then add beef broth.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours until the beef is fork-tender.
- Let rest for about 10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
Serving: 1cup (240g) | Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 22g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Unsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 0g | Cholesterol: 65mg | Sodium: 600mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 2g