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why make this recipe

Garlic Butter Beef Bites with Potatoes is comfort food at its best. This dish is hearty, flavorful, and easy to make. The tender beef and soft potatoes soaked in a rich garlic butter sauce make it a perfect meal for family dinners or gatherings. Plus, cooking it in a slow cooker means you can set it and forget it, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully over time. It’s a satisfying dish that will please everyone at the table.

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

Gather all ingredients and cut the beef into bite-sized pieces and halve the baby potatoes.
Optional: Parboil the baby potatoes for a few minutes to soften them slightly.
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.

how to serve Garlic Butter Beef Bites with Potatoes

Serve Garlic Butter Beef Bites with Potatoes right from the slow cooker for a cozy family dinner. You can place it in bowls and garnish with fresh herbs like parsley for a pop of color. It pairs well with a simple green salad or crusty bread to soak up the delicious garlic butter sauce.

how to store Garlic Butter Beef Bites with Potatoes

To store Garlic Butter Beef Bites, let it cool completely before transferring it to an airtight container. It can be kept in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. If you want to keep it longer, you can freeze it for up to 2 months. Just reheat it gently on the stovetop or in the microwave when you’re ready to enjoy it again.

tips to make Garlic Butter Beef Bites with Potatoes

For extra flavor, consider marinating the beef in the garlic butter mixture for a couple of hours before cooking.
You can add more vegetables like carrots or green beans for additional color and nutrition.
Make sure to sear the beef well to develop a rich, deep flavor that enhances the dish.

variation

If you’d like to spice things up, you can add a tablespoon of your favorite hot sauce to the garlic butter mixture. This will give the dish a nice kick. Another option is to use different herbs, such as oregano or basil, for a new twist on flavors.

FAQs

1. Can I cook this dish on the stovetop instead of a slow cooker?
Yes, you can make this dish in a pot on the stovetop. Just brown the beef and potatoes, add the garlic butter sauce and beef broth, then simmer on low heat until the beef is tender.

2. What type of beef should I use?
Beef stew meat is ideal for this recipe because it becomes tender during slow cooking. Cuts like chuck or round also work well.

3. Can I use frozen potatoes?
While fresh potatoes are recommended for the best texture, you can use frozen ones. Just be aware that the cooking time may vary depending on their size and whether they are pre-cooked.