Garlic Butter Beef Bites with Potatoes

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Garlic Butter Beef Bites with Potatoes is a delightful and simple dish that brings together tender beef and flavorful potatoes in a rich garlic butter sauce. It’s perfect for cozy family dinners or gatherings with friends. The recipe is easy to follow, making it ideal for cooks of all skill levels. Plus, it’s a one-pot meal, meaning fewer dishes to wash afterward!

how to make Garlic Butter Beef Bites with Potatoes

Ingredients :

  • 1.5 pounds Beef stew meat (Cut into bite-sized pieces.)
  • 1 pound Baby potatoes (Halved for even cooking.)
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter (Melted for the garlic butter sauce.)
  • 3 cloves Garlic (Minced for flavor.)
  • 1 teaspoon Onion powder (Adds depth to the flavor.)
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika (For a smoky flavor.)
  • 0.5 teaspoon Dried thyme (Enhances the aroma.)
  • 0.5 teaspoon Dried rosemary (Adds a fragrant touch.)
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt (Or to taste.)
  • 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper (For seasoning.)
  • 0.25 cup Beef broth (To keep the dish moist.)
  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil (For searing the beef.)

Directions :

  1. Gather all ingredients and cut the beef into bite-sized pieces. Halve the baby potatoes.
  2. (Optional) Parboil the baby potatoes for a few minutes to soften them slightly.
  3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear the beef bites until browned on all sides.
  4. 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.
  5. In the slow cooker, place the halved baby potatoes and seared beef. Pour the garlic butter sauce over the top and add beef broth.
  6. 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.
  7. Let the dish rest for about 10 minutes before serving.
Garlic Butter Beef Bites with Potatoes

how to serve Garlic Butter Beef Bites with Potatoes

Serve the Garlic Butter Beef Bites hot, garnished with chopped parsley if desired. This dish pairs well with a side of fresh salad or crusty bread to soak up the delicious garlic butter sauce.

how to store Garlic Butter Beef Bites with Potatoes

You can store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge. They will stay fresh for up to 3 days. To reheat, use the microwave or heat gently on the stove until warmed through.

tips to make Garlic Butter Beef Bites with Potatoes

  • For extra flavor, let the beef marinate in the garlic butter sauce for a few hours before cooking.
  • If you prefer a thicker sauce, you can add a cornstarch slurry in the last hour of cooking.
  • Don’t skip the optional step of parboiling the potatoes; it helps them cook evenly and absorb the sauce better.

variation

Feel free to add additional vegetables like carrots or green beans to the slow cooker for more variety and nutrition. You can also switch the beef for chicken or pork if you prefer.

FAQs

1. Can I use frozen beef for this recipe?
Yes, you can use frozen beef, but be sure to thaw it completely before cooking for the best results.

2. Can I use other types of potatoes?
Yes, you can substitute baby potatoes with regular potatoes, just cut them into smaller pieces for even cooking.

3. Is it possible to make this recipe in the oven?
Yes, you can cook it in a covered oven-safe dish at 325°F for about 2-3 hours, or until the beef is tender. Just be sure to check occasionally to add moisture if needed.

Garlic Butter Beef Bites with Potatoes

A delightful one-pot meal featuring tender beef and flavorful potatoes in a rich garlic butter sauce, ideal for family dinners or gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 20 minutes
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings
Calories 450 kcal

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 1.5 pounds Beef stew meat (Cut into bite-sized pieces)
  • 1 pound Baby potatoes (Halved for even cooking) Optional: Parboil before use

Garlic Butter Sauce

  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter (Melted for the garlic butter sauce)
  • 3 cloves Garlic (Minced for flavor)
  • 1 teaspoon Onion powder Adds depth to the flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika For a smoky flavor
  • 0.5 teaspoon Dried thyme Enhances the aroma
  • 0.5 teaspoon Dried rosemary Adds a fragrant touch
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt Or to taste
  • 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper For seasoning
  • 0.25 cup Beef broth To keep the dish moist
  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil For searing the beef

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Gather all ingredients and cut the beef into bite-sized pieces. Halve the baby potatoes.
  • (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

Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley. Pairs well with fresh salad or crusty bread. For extra flavor, let the beef marinate in the garlic butter sauce for a few hours before cooking. If a thicker sauce is preferred, add a cornstarch slurry in the last hour of cooking. Parboiling the potatoes helps them cook evenly and absorb the sauce better.
Keyword Beef Stew, Comfort Food, Easy Recipe, Garlic Butter Beef Bites, One-Pot Meal