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Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Beef Bites

Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Beef Bites for Effortless Comfort Food

Discover effortless comfort with Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Beef Bites, combining tender beef and buttery potatoes for a weeknight dinner delight.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Beef Bites
  • 2 pounds Beef Stew Meat Choose well-marbled cuts for maximum tenderness.
  • 1/2 cup Butter Or use olive oil for a lighter option.
  • 4-5 cloves Garlic Freshly minced for best flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Thyme Can swap with Italian seasoning or rosemary.
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Essential for depth of flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Adjust according to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust based on preference.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly ground for extra kick.
  • 1 cup Beef Broth Infuses moisture and enhances taste.
For the Potatoes
  • 2 pounds Baby Potatoes Substitutes like Yukon gold or red potatoes work well.

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker
  • Skillet
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prep the Beef: Sear beef stew meat in a hot skillet for 3-4 minutes on each side, then transfer to the slow cooker.
  2. Mix the Sauce: Melt butter in a saucepan, add garlic, thyme, paprika, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Whisk until fragrant.
  3. Layer the Potatoes: Place baby potatoes at the slow cooker base evenly.
  4. Combine Ingredients: Layer seared beef on top of the potatoes in the slow cooker.
  5. Add Sauce & Broth: Pour the garlic butter sauce over the beef and potatoes, adding broth around the edges.
  6. Cook to Perfection: Cook on LOW for 7-8 hours or HIGH for 3-4 hours until beef is fork-tender.
  7. Serve: Stir the dish gently and garnish with parsley. Serve with crusty bread or salad.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Searing beef enhances flavor. Always layer potatoes at the bottom for maximum absorption of flavor. Adjust seasonings to taste before serving.

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