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Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Beef Bites with Potatoes

Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Beef Bites with Potatoes Bliss

Tender beef bites slow-cooked in garlic butter with creamy baby potatoes. A comforting family meal that's easy to prepare.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 7 hours
Total Time 7 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Beef
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Beef Bites
  • 2 pounds Beef Stew Meat Chuck roast or brisket can also be used.
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Ghee or olive oil can be healthier alternatives.
For the Potatoes
  • 1.5 pounds Baby Potatoes Regular or sweet potatoes can be used as substitutes.
For the Sauce
  • 4 cloves Garlic Fresh garlic is best; jarred can be a substitute.
  • 2 cups Beef Broth Vegetable broth can be used for a vegetarian version.
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire Sauce Soy sauce can be an alternative.
For the Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme Adjust based on personal tastes.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Rosemary Fresh herbs can be used if available.

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker
  • Skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Sear the Beef: Heat a drizzle of olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Season beef with salt and pepper, add to skillet, and sear for 2-3 minutes until browned.
  2. Sauté the Garlic: In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium, add 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter, and once melted, add minced garlic; sauté for 1 minute.
  3. Combine the Flavors: Pour in beef broth and Worcestershire sauce while scraping up browned bits from the bottom. Add thyme and rosemary, simmer for a minute.
  4. Assemble in the Slow Cooker: Pour mixture over seared beef in the slow cooker. Add halved baby potatoes, gently toss, and place remaining butter on top.
  5. Slow Cook: Cover and set on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
  6. Serve and Garnish: Adjust seasoning if needed, garnish with freshly chopped parsley, and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 15mg

Notes

This dish is perfect for meal prep and leftovers, improving in flavor when reheated. Feel free to add veggies or substitute steak with chicken for variations.

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