Garlic Butter Beef Bites with Potatoes
Delicious tender beef and flavorful potatoes cooked in a rich garlic butter sauce, perfect for busy families who want a hearty meal with minimal effort.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds Beef stew meat (Cut into bite-sized pieces) Tender beef for optimal flavor.
- 1 pound Baby potatoes (Halved for even cooking) Ensures uniform cooking.
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter (Melted for the garlic butter sauce) Make sure it's unsalted for better control of seasoning.
- 3 cloves Garlic (Minced for flavor) Freshly minced for the best taste.
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder (Adds depth to the flavor) For enhanced savory notes.
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika (For a smoky flavor) Adds warmth and depth.
- 0.5 teaspoon Dried thyme (Enhances the aroma) Herb that pairs well with beef.
- 0.5 teaspoon Dried rosemary (Adds a fragrant touch) Provides a wonderful scent and flavor.
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt (Or to taste) Adjust based on your preference.
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper (For seasoning) Freshly ground for best flavor.
- 0.25 cup Beef broth (To keep the dish moist) Enhances flavor and moisture.
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil (For searing the beef) Use for the best sear.
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather all ingredients and cut the beef into bite-sized pieces. Halve the baby potatoes for even cooking.
- Optional: Parboil the baby potatoes for a few minutes to soften them slightly.
Cooking
- 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.
Notes
For extra flavor, you can marinate the beef in the garlic butter sauce for a few hours before cooking. If you like a bit of heat, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the garlic butter sauce. Using a cast-iron skillet to sear the beef can give it a nice crust and enhance the flavors.