Garlic Butter Beef Bites with Potatoes
Experience the comforting flavors of Garlic Butter Beef Bites with Potatoes, a dish that brings warmth and satisfaction to any family dinner or gathering. Tender chunks of beef stew meat are beautifully seared and then slow-cooked to perfection, absorbing the rich garlic butter sauce infused with aromatic herbs. Paired with buttery baby potatoes, this recipe is not only simple to prepare but also incredibly versatile, allowing you to adjust spices or add your favorite vegetables. Perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, this hearty meal is sure to become a favorite at your table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 pounds beef stew meat
- 1 pound baby potatoes
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic
- 0.25 cup beef broth
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon dried thyme
- 0.5 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients by cutting the beef into bite-sized pieces and halving the baby potatoes.
- Optional: Parboil the baby potatoes for a few minutes to soften.
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, sear the beef in olive oil until browned on all sides.
- Combine melted butter with minced garlic and seasonings in a bowl to create the garlic butter sauce.
- In a slow cooker, add halved baby potatoes and seared beef; pour the garlic butter sauce over everything and add beef broth.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours until fork-tender.
- Allow the dish to rest for about 10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 80mg