Description
Garlic Butter Beef Bites with Potato is a hearty and flavorful slow cooker recipe featuring tender beef stew meat and baby potatoes simmered in a rich garlic butter sauce seasoned with smoked paprika and aromatic herbs. This comforting dish is perfect for an easy, satisfying family meal with minimal hands-on time.
Ingredients
Scale
Beef and Potatoes
- 1 1/2 pounds beef stew meat, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 pound baby potatoes, halved
Garlic Butter Sauce
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Additional Ingredients
- 1/4 cup beef broth
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients: Cut the beef stew meat into bite-sized pieces and halve the baby potatoes to ensure even cooking and quick tenderizing.
- Cook the Potatoes: Optionally parboil the baby potatoes for a few minutes to soften them slightly and reduce overall slow cooking time.
- Sear the Beef: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the beef pieces and sear until browned on all sides, developing rich flavor and locking in juices. Transfer the seared beef to the slow cooker.
- Make the Garlic Butter Sauce: In a small bowl, mix together the melted butter, minced garlic, onion powder, smoked paprika, dried thyme, dried rosemary, salt, and black pepper until fully combined, forming a fragrant and savory sauce.
- Combine Everything: Add the parboiled potatoes to the slow cooker on top of or alongside the beef. Pour the garlic butter sauce evenly over the meat and potatoes. Add 1/4 cup of beef broth to maintain moisture and enhance the savory depth.
- Cook: Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 6 to 8 hours or on high for 3 to 4 hours. The beef should become very tender and the potatoes soft but intact, allowing the flavors to fully meld together.
Notes
- Parboiling the potatoes is optional but helps speed up cooking and ensures they are fully tender.
- Searing the beef before slow cooking adds excellent flavor and texture to the finished dish.
- You can adjust the seasoning to taste, adding more garlic or herbs as preferred.
- Serve with a side of steamed vegetables or a fresh salad to complete the meal.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated gently.
