Description
Slow cooker recipes are the ultimate time-savers for busy home cooks. And when it comes to comforting, flavor-packed dishes, the combination of tender beef, buttery potatoes, and aromatic garlic is simply unbeatable. Introducing our Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Beef Bites and Potatoes – a dish that will have your taste buds dancing with delight! This hearty meal is perfect for serving 4-6 people, making it an excellent choice for family dinners, potlucks, or any occasion when you want to impress your guests with a mouthwatering, slow-cooked creation.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 pound stew beef
- 1 1/2 pound baby potatoes
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1/2 cup salted butter
- 6 garlic cloves
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Fresh parsley
Instructions
1. To begin, lightly grease the insert of your slow cooker or use a liner for easy cleanup. Next, place the beef and potatoes in the slow cooker, ensuring they are evenly distributed.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together the melted butter, beef broth, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, paprika, thyme, salt, and pepper. This flavorful sauce will be the key to infusing your beef and potatoes with mouthwatering goodness.
3. Carefully pour the sauce over the beef and potatoes, making sure to evenly distribute it throughout the slow cooker. Cover and cook on the LOW setting for 6-7 hours or the HIGH setting for 3-4 hours, until the beef is tender and the potatoes are cooked through.
4. Once the cooking is complete, give the mixture a gentle stir. If desired, garnish with fresh parsley before serving this comforting and delicious Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Beef Bites and Potatoes.
Notes
For a gluten-free version, simply use a gluten-free Worcestershire sauce or omit it altogether. To make it dairy-free, replace the butter with a high-quality olive oil or your preferred dairy-free butter substitute.
Want to add some extra veggies? Try tossing in diced carrots, bell peppers, or even fresh green beans. For a spicy twist, sprinkle in some crushed red pepper flakes or a dash of hot sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-7 hours
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 100mg