why make this recipe
This dish is simple and full of flavor. It uses slow cooker time to make the beef tender and the potatoes soft. You can set it and forget it. The garlic butter makes the dish rich and cozy.
introduction
This recipe makes a warm, easy meal for any day. You only need a few ingredients and a slow cooker. For a quick reference and more notes, see the full slow cooker recipe page on QuickMealRecipe slow cooker garlic butter beef bites with potatoes.
how to make Garlic Butter Beef Bites with Potatoes
Follow the directions below in order. Keep the slow cooker on low and do not lift the lid too often. For a similar idea using chicken and potatoes, you can look at the garlic butter chicken and potatoes recipe for tips on timing and seasoning.
Ingredients :
- 1.5 pounds beef stew meat
- 1 pound baby potatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Directions :
- In a slow cooker, add the beef stew meat and season with salt, pepper, thyme, and paprika.
- Place the halved potatoes on top of the beef.
- In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat and cook the minced garlic until fragrant.
- Pour the garlic butter over the beef and potatoes in the slow cooker.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or until the beef is tender.
- Serve warm, garnished with fresh parsley.
how to serve Garlic Butter Beef Bites with Potatoes
Serve hot from the slow cooker. Scoop beef and potatoes onto plates and spoon extra garlic butter sauce over them. Add a sprinkle of fresh parsley for color. This goes well with a green salad or steamed vegetables.
how to store Garlic Butter Beef Bites with Potatoes
Let the dish cool to room temperature. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat gently on the stove or in the microwave until hot. For longer storage, freeze in a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge before reheating.
tips to make Garlic Butter Beef Bites with Potatoes
- Brown the beef first in a skillet for more flavor, then add to the slow cooker.
- Use same-size potatoes so they cook evenly.
- If you like more sauce, add a splash of beef broth before cooking.
- Taste and adjust salt near the end of cooking.
- For a quicker meal, cut the beef into smaller pieces to reduce cooking time.
variation (if any)
- Add carrots or onions for extra vegetables.
- Use red potatoes or Yukon gold for a different texture.
- Swap thyme for rosemary for a different herb flavor.
FAQs
Q: Can I use frozen beef stew meat? A: It is best to thaw before cooking for even temperature and safe cooking.
Q: Can I cook this on high instead of low? A: Yes. Cook on high for about 3-4 hours, but check for tenderness earlier.
Q: Can I use regular potatoes instead of baby potatoes? A: Yes. Cut regular potatoes into bite-size pieces so they cook through.
Q: Do I need to peel the potatoes? A: No. The skins add texture and hold shape well when cooked.
Q: Can I make this on the stove or in the oven? A: Yes. Brown the beef and simmer with potatoes in a covered pot until tender, or bake covered at 325°F (160°C) until done.
Conclusion
This slow cooker Garlic Butter Beef Bites with Potatoes recipe gives an easy and tasty meal with little hands-on time. For another slow cooker take, you can compare notes with the Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Beef Bites – KJ and Company, and for a stovetop crisp version with potatoes see the Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Crispy Potatoes Recipe – The Kitchn.
Garlic Butter Beef Bites with Potatoes
Ingredients
Method
- In a slow cooker, add the beef stew meat and season with salt, pepper, thyme, and paprika.
- Place the halved potatoes on top of the beef.
- In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat and cook the minced garlic until fragrant.
- Pour the garlic butter over the beef and potatoes in the slow cooker.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or until the beef is tender.
- Serve warm, garnished with fresh parsley.