Ingredients:
1.5 lbs beef stew meat, cut into bite-sized pieces
1.5 lbs baby potatoes, halved
1/2 cup unsalted butter (1 stick)
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon paprika
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions:
Prepare the Ingredients:
In a large bowl, season the beef bites with salt, pepper, onion powder, dried thyme, and paprika. Toss to coat evenly.
Sauté the Garlic:
In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
Combine in the Slow Cooker:
Place the seasoned beef bites and halved baby potatoes in the slow cooker.
Pour the garlic butter mixture over the beef and potatoes, stirring to combine.
Cook:
Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the beef is tender and the potatoes are cooked through.
Serve:
Once done, taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.
Enjoy your Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Beef Bites & Potatoes! This hearty dish is perfect for a comforting family meal and requires minimal effort with the slow cooker.