Description
Garlic Butter Beef Bites with Potatoes is a delightful dish that perfectly blends tender beef and flavorful baby potatoes in a rich garlic butter sauce. Ideal for any occasion—from cozy family dinners to lively gatherings—this recipe offers an irresistible combination of savory flavors and comforting textures. With its easy preparation, allowing cooks of all skill levels to create a satisfying meal, it’s no wonder this dish has become a favorite. Plus, the slow cooker convenience means you can set it and forget it, making it perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep. Enjoy leftover servings throughout the week or impress your guests with this hearty and delicious dish.
Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds beef stew meat
- 1 pound baby potatoes
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon dried thyme
- 0.5 teaspoon dried rosemary
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 0.25 cup beef broth
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Begin by cutting the beef into bite-sized pieces and halving the baby potatoes.
- (Optional) Parboil the halved baby potatoes for a few minutes until slightly tender.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear the beef bites until browned on all sides.
- In a mixing bowl, combine melted butter, minced garlic, onion powder, smoked paprika, thyme, rosemary, salt, and black pepper to create the garlic butter sauce.
- In a slow cooker, layer the halved potatoes followed by the seared beef bites. Pour the garlic butter sauce on top and add beef broth.
- Cover and cook on low for 6–8 hours or high for 3–4 hours until fork-tender.
- Let rest for about 10 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6–8 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 80mg