Garlic Butter Beef Bites and Potatoes 

Garlic Butter Beef Bites and Potatoes is a comforting, one-pot meal that combines tender beef stew meat with baby potatoes, all enveloped in a rich garlic butter sauce. This dish is perfect for busy weeknights or leisurely weekends, offering a hearty and flavorful experience with minimal effort. The slow cooking method ensures the beef becomes incredibly tender, while the potatoes soak up all the delicious garlic butter goodness. With the aromatic blend of thyme and rosemary, this meal is sure to satisfy your taste buds and warm your heart.

Ingredients

• 1½ pounds beef stew meat, cut into bite-sized pieces

• 1 pound baby potatoes, halved

• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

• 3 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 teaspoon onion powder

• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika

• ½ teaspoon dried thyme

• ½ teaspoon dried rosemary

• ½ teaspoon salt (or to taste)

• ¼ teaspoon black pepper

• ¼ cup beef broth

• 1 tablespoon olive oil

Directions

1. Prepare the Ingredients:

   • Cut the beef stew meat into bite-sized pieces.

   • Halve the baby potatoes for even cooking.

2. Sear the Beef:

   • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.

   • Add the beef pieces and sear until browned on all sides.

   • Transfer the browned beef to the slow cooker.

3. Prepare the Garlic Butter Sauce:

   • In a small bowl, combine melted butter, minced garlic, onion powder, smoked paprika, dried thyme, dried rosemary, salt, and black pepper.

   • Mix well to create a flavorful sauce.

4. Combine in Slow Cooker:

   • Place the halved baby potatoes into the slow cooker with the seared beef.

   • Pour the garlic butter sauce over the beef and potatoes, ensuring everything is well coated.

   • Add beef broth to the mixture to keep it moist during cooking.

5. 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 cooked, give everything a gentle stir to combine.

   • Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.

Nutritional Information (per serving)

• Calories: Approximately 365 kcal

• Protein: 30g

• Fat: 20g

• Carbohydrates: 20g

• Fiber: 3g

• Sugar: 2g

• Sodium: 600mg