Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Beef with Baby Potatoes Recipe
This Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Beef recipe features tender beef stew meat slow-cooked with baby potatoes, garlic, and a flavorful blend of seasonings. Coated in a rich garlic butter sauce, this easy and comforting dish requires minimal effort and fills your kitchen with irresistible aromas. Perfect for a hearty weeknight dinner, it delivers tender meat and flavorful potatoes all in one pot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 to 7 hours (low) or 3 to 4 hours (high)
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes to 7 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 to 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Beef and Seasoning
- 2 pounds beef stew meat, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Vegetables and Butter Sauce
- 1 1/2 pounds baby potatoes, halved
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
Garnish
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Season the Beef: In a large bowl, combine the beef cubes with Worcestershire sauce, salt, black pepper, Italian seasoning, and smoked paprika. Toss well to ensure the beef is evenly coated with all the seasonings.
- Layer Ingredients in Slow Cooker: Arrange the halved baby potatoes at the bottom of the slow cooker. Drizzle half of the melted butter and olive oil over the potatoes, then sprinkle the minced garlic evenly on top.
- Add and Layer Beef: Place the seasoned beef cubes over the layer of potatoes. Drizzle the remaining melted butter and olive oil over the beef to lock in moisture and flavor.
- Slow Cook: Cover the slow cooker and cook the mixture on low heat for 6 to 7 hours or on high heat for 3 to 4 hours. Cook until the beef is fork-tender and the potatoes are fully cooked through.
- Finish and Serve: Gently stir the beef and potatoes to combine flavors. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving, adding a fresh pop of color and taste.
Notes
- You can substitute baby potatoes with fingerling potatoes or small Yukon Gold potatoes if desired.
- For extra flavor, add a splash of beef broth or red wine before cooking.
- Make sure not to lift the slow cooker lid frequently during cooking to maintain temperature and cooking time.
- This recipe can be prepared the night before by seasoning the beef and storing it covered in the fridge to enhance the flavor.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated gently on stovetop or microwave.
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