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Garlic Butter Beef Bites & Potatoes make a perfect dinner

Garlic Butter Beef Bites & Potatoes: Best Cozy Dinner Ever

Garlic Butter Beef Bites & Potatoes make a perfect dinner that fills the kitchen with warmth and comfort.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 4 hours 25 minutes
Course Dinner
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 450 kcal

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker
  • Skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • cutting board
  • knife

Ingredients
  

For the Beef and Potatoes

  • 1 lb Beef stew meat Perfect for slow cooking, becoming tender and flavorful.
  • 1 lb Baby potatoes Incredible at absorbing the rich garlic sauce.

For the Sauce

  • 0.5 cup Unsalted butter Gives a luxurious richness.
  • 3 Garlic Minced, adds aromatic depth.
  • 1 tsp Onion powder Elevates flavor complexity.
  • 1 tsp Smoked paprika Infuses a hint of smokiness.
  • 0.5 tsp Dried thyme Enhances aroma.
  • 0.5 tsp Dried rosemary Enhances aroma.
  • 0.5 tsp Salt Essential for enhancing flavors.
  • 0.25 tsp Black pepper Essential for enhancing flavors.
  • 0.25 cup Beef broth Ensures moist cooking.
  • 1 tbsp Olive oil Important for searing beef.

Instructions
 

Instructions

  • Prepare Ingredients: Start by cutting your beef stew meat into bite-sized pieces. Halve the baby potatoes for even cooking.
  • Optional Parboil: If you prefer a softer texture, parboil the potatoes for about 5 minutes.
  • Sear Beef: In a skillet over medium heat, heat the olive oil and sear the beef until it's browned on all sides.
  • Mix Sauce: In a bowl, combine the melted butter, minced garlic, onion powder, smoked paprika, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper. Whisk until smooth.
  • Layer in Slow Cooker: Place the halved potatoes and seared beef into the slow cooker. Pour the garlic butter sauce over them, then add the beef broth.
  • Slow Cook: Set your slow cooker to low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
  • Serve: After cooking, let the dish rest for about 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

Consider preparing some Garlic Mashed Potatoes as a comforting side. Store leftovers in an airtight container for 3-4 days in the fridge or up to 3 months in the freezer.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 15mg
Keyword comfort food, easy recipe, Family Dinner, Garlic Butter Beef Bites, Potatoes, Slow Cooker
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