Garlic Butter Beef Bites (Print Version)
Tender beef and potatoes in a rich garlic butter sauce with herbs, slow-cooked to perfection for a comforting family meal.
# Ingredients:
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1.5 pounds beef stew meat, cut into bite-sized pieces
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1 pound baby potatoes, halved for even cooking
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4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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1 teaspoon onion powder
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1 teaspoon smoked paprika
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0.5 teaspoon dried thyme
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0.5 teaspoon dried rosemary
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0.5 teaspoon salt, or to taste
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0.25 teaspoon black pepper
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0.25 cup beef broth
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1 tablespoon olive oil
# Steps to Follow:
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Gather all ingredients and cut the beef into bite-sized pieces and halve the baby potatoes.
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Parboil the baby potatoes for a few minutes to soften them slightly.
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Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear the beef bites until browned on all sides.
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In a small bowl, combine melted butter, minced garlic, onion powder, smoked paprika, thyme, rosemary, salt, and black pepper to create the garlic butter sauce.
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In the slow cooker, place the halved baby potatoes and seared beef. Pour the garlic butter sauce over the top and add beef broth.
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Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours until the beef is fork-tender.
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Let the dish rest for about 10 minutes before serving.
# Additional Notes:
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Parboiling the baby potatoes ensures even cooking and tenderness.