Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Beef Bites with Potatoes Recipe
This Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Beef Bites with Potatoes recipe features tender, flavorful beef stew meat simmered to perfection with baby potatoes in a rich garlic butter sauce. Utilizing a slow cooker, the dish is easy to prepare and delivers a comforting, hearty meal infused with aromatic herbs and savory Worcestershire sauce.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 to 7 hours on low, or 3 to 4 hours on high
- Total Time: 6 hours 20 minutes to 7 hours 20 minutes (low) or 3 hours 20 minutes to 4 hours 20 minutes (high)
- Yield: 4 to 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Beef and Potatoes
- 2 lbs (900g) beef stew meat, cut into bite-sized cubes
- 1 lb (450g) baby potatoes, halved or quartered if large
Sauce Ingredients
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup beef broth
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp dried rosemary
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Searing the Beef: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season the beef cubes with salt and pepper. In batches, sear the beef for 2-3 minutes on each side until nicely browned. Transfer the browned beef to your slow cooker.
- Preparing the Garlic Butter Sauce: In the same skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, enhancing the garlic flavor.
- Mixing in the Broth: Pour in the beef broth and Worcestershire sauce, scraping up any browned bits from the skillet bottom. Stir in dried thyme and rosemary, then pour this mixture over the beef in the slow cooker.
- Adding the Potatoes: Add the halved baby potatoes to the slow cooker, tossing everything together to evenly distribute the potatoes, beef, and sauce.
- Finishing Touches: Place the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter on top of the beef and potatoes to enrich the dish further.
- Cooking: Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours until beef is tender and potatoes are cooked through, fully absorbing the flavors.
- Taste and Adjust: Before serving, taste the dish and season with additional salt and pepper as needed to achieve the perfect flavor balance.
- Garnishing and Serving: Garnish with freshly chopped parsley for a fresh and vibrant finish. Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- For best results, sear the beef in batches to avoid overcrowding and ensure even browning.
- You can substitute baby red potatoes with Yukon gold potatoes if preferred.
- Adjust cooking time if using a different slow cooker model, as heat intensity may vary.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated gently on the stovetop or microwave.
- Adding a splash of red wine or balsamic vinegar in step 3 can deepen the flavor profile if desired.
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