Description
Indulge in the heartwarming flavors of Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Beef Bites & Potatoes. This effortless recipe is perfect for busy weeknights and cozy family dinners, featuring tender beef stew meat paired with creamy Yukon gold potatoes, all enveloped in a rich garlic butter sauce. With minimal prep time, you can set it up and let your slow cooker work its magic, delivering a comforting meal that satisfies every craving. Ideal for gatherings or as a warm hug on chilly evenings, this dish will leave your family asking for seconds.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds beef stew meat
- 1 1/2 pounds baby Yukon gold potatoes
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons seasoned salt
- 5 tablespoons butter, cut into pads
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the slow cooker by placing the beef stew meat on one side and the baby Yukon gold potatoes on the other.
- Season both the beef and potatoes evenly with onion powder, garlic powder, and seasoned salt.
- Toss the beef gently to distribute the seasonings but keep it separate from the potatoes. Sprinkle chopped garlic over both sides and top everything with butter pads.
- Cover and cook on low for 6 hours until the beef is tender and cooked through.
- Serve hot, drizzling the buttery garlic sauce over both the beef and potatoes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 360 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider incorporating fresh herbs like thyme or rosemary. If you prefer different vegetables, feel free to add carrots or peas for extra nutrition. This dish pairs wonderfully with a simple green salad or crusty bread.