Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Beef Bites with Potatoes Recipe
Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Beef Bites with Potatoes is a comforting and hearty dish featuring tender beef cubes and baby potatoes slow-cooked in a rich garlic butter sauce infused with herbs and savory beef broth. This easy-to-make recipe delivers deep flavors with minimal hands-on time, perfect for a cozy weeknight meal or Sunday dinner.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-7 hours on low or 3-4 hours on high
- Total Time: 7-8 hours
- Yield: 4-6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
For the Dish:
- 2 lbs (900g) beef stew meat, cut into bite-sized cubes
- 1 lb (450g) baby potatoes, halved or quartered if large
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup beef broth
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp dried rosemary
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Searing the Beef: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season the beef cubes with salt and pepper. In batches, sear the beef for 2-3 minutes on each side until nicely browned. Transfer the browned beef to the slow cooker.
- Preparing the Garlic Butter Sauce: In the same skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, releasing the rich garlic aroma that will flavor the dish.
- Mixing in the Broth: Pour in the beef broth and Worcestershire sauce into the skillet, scraping up any flavorful browned bits from the bottom. Stir in dried thyme and rosemary, then pour this garlicky broth mixture over the beef in the slow cooker.
- Adding the Potatoes: Add the halved baby potatoes to the slow cooker. Toss everything together gently to combine the beef, potatoes, and sauce evenly.
- Finishing Touches: Place the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter on top of the mixture in the slow cooker to add richness to the dish.
- Cooking: Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the beef is tender and the potatoes are cooked through, absorbing the savory flavors.
- Taste and Adjust: Before serving, taste the dish and season with additional salt and pepper as needed to achieve the perfect balance of flavors.
- Garnishing and Serving: Garnish with freshly chopped parsley for a bright, fresh finish. Serve warm and enjoy the succulent beef bites with flavorful potatoes.
Notes
- For best results, sear the beef in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan and ensure a good brown crust.
- You can use any small potato variety if baby potatoes are unavailable; just cut them into uniform pieces to cook evenly.
- If you prefer a thicker sauce, you can remove the lid during the last 30 minutes of slow cooking to allow some liquid to evaporate.
- This dish pairs wonderfully with a green vegetable or simple side salad for a complete meal.
- Leftovers store well in the refrigerator for 3-4 days and reheat beautifully.
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