Garlic Butter Beef

Introduction

Garlic Butter Beef is a comforting and flavorful slow-cooked dish that combines tender beef stew meat with baby potatoes in a rich garlic butter sauce. This easy recipe is perfect for busy days when you want a hearty, home-cooked meal with minimal effort.

Ingredients

• 1.5 pounds beef stew meat, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 1 pound baby potatoes, halved for even cooking
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted for the garlic butter sauce
• 3 cloves garlic, minced for flavor
• 1 teaspoon onion powder, adds depth to the flavor
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, for a smoky flavor
• 0.5 teaspoon dried thyme, enhances the aroma
• 0.5 teaspoon dried rosemary, adds a fragrant touch
• 0.5 teaspoon salt, or to taste
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper, for seasoning
• 0.25 cup beef broth, to keep the dish moist
• 1 tablespoon olive oil, for searing the beef

Instructions

1. Step 1: Gather all ingredients. Cut the beef into bite-sized pieces and halve the baby potatoes.
2. Step 2: Optional: Parboil the baby potatoes for a few minutes to soften them slightly, which helps them cook evenly in the slow cooker.
3. Step 3: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the beef bites until browned on all sides, about 3-4 minutes.
4. Step 4: In a small bowl, mix the melted butter, minced garlic, onion powder, smoked paprika, dried thyme, dried rosemary, salt, and black pepper to create the garlic butter sauce.
5. Step 5: Place the halved baby potatoes and seared beef into the slow cooker. Pour the garlic butter sauce over the top, then add the beef broth.
6. Step 6: Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours until the beef is tender and potatoes are cooked through.
7. Step 7: Let the dish rest for about 10 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.

Tips & Variations

• For extra flavor, add a splash of red wine or Worcestershire sauce to the garlic butter sauce before cooking.
• Swap baby potatoes with Yukon gold or red potatoes if preferred.
• To make it a one-pot meal, add chopped carrots and celery along with the potatoes for extra veggies.
• If you don’t have a slow cooker, you can cook this dish in a covered ovenproof pot at 325°F (160°C) for about 2 hours until tender.

Storage

Store leftover garlic butter beef in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop or in the microwave until warmed through, adding a splash of beef broth if the sauce has thickened. This dish is not recommended for freezing as the potatoes may change texture.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use other cuts of beef for this recipe?

Yes, you can use other cuts suitable for slow cooking like chuck roast cut into pieces. Avoid lean cuts as they may dry out during the long cooking time.

Is it necessary to sear the beef before slow cooking?

Searing the beef adds valuable flavor and texture, but if you’re short on time, you can skip this step. The dish will still be delicious but slightly less rich in taste.

Garlic Butter Beef

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This comforting Garlic Butter Beef recipe features tender beef stew meat and baby potatoes slow-cooked in a rich, flavorful garlic butter sauce infused with aromatic herbs and spices. Perfect for an easy, hearty meal that requires minimal prep and yields melt-in-your-mouth beef with savory depth complemented by perfectly cooked potatoes.

• Author: Rami
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 6 to 8 hours (slow cooker low) or 3 to 4 hours (slow cooker high)
• Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes to 8 hours 15 minutes (using slow cooker low setting)
• Yield: 4 servings 1x
• Category: Slow Cooking
• Method: Slow Cooking
• Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Beef and Vegetables

• 1.5 pounds Beef stew meat, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 1 pound Baby potatoes, halved for even cooking

Garlic Butter Sauce

• 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter, melted
• 3 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Dried thyme
• 0.5 teaspoon Dried rosemary
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt, or to taste
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.25 cup Beef broth

Other

• 1 tablespoon Olive oil, for searing the beef

Instructions

1. Prepare Ingredients: Gather all ingredients. Cut beef into bite-sized pieces and halve the baby potatoes for consistent cooking.
2. Parboil Potatoes (Optional): To ensure potatoes cook evenly and soften nicely in the slow cooker, optionally parboil them for a few minutes until just tender but not fully cooked.
3. Sear Beef: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add beef pieces and sear until browned on all sides to lock in flavor and develop a rich crust. Remove from heat.
4. Make Garlic Butter Sauce: In a small bowl, mix melted butter, minced garlic, onion powder, smoked paprika, dried thyme, dried rosemary, salt, and black pepper until well combined to form a fragrant sauce that will infuse the beef and potatoes.
5. Assemble in Slow Cooker: Place the halved baby potatoes and seared beef into the slow cooker. Pour the prepared garlic butter sauce evenly over the top and add beef broth to keep ingredients moist during cooking.
6. Slow Cook: Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours until the beef is tender enough to easily shred with a fork and potatoes are fully cooked.
7. Rest Before Serving: Once done, let the dish rest covered for about 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld and juices to redistribute before serving.

Notes

• Parboiling the potatoes is optional but helps ensure they cook evenly and don’t remain too firm.
• Searing the beef before slow cooking enhances flavor through browning (Maillard reaction).
• Adjust salt and pepper according to your taste preferences.
• If you prefer a thicker sauce, you can remove some cooking liquid and reduce it on the stovetop after slow cooking.
• This recipe can also be adapted for an Instant Pot using the sauté function for searing and pressure cooking for faster results.

Keywords: Garlic Butter Beef, Slow Cooker Beef, Beef Stew, Easy Beef Recipe, Comfort Food, Slow Cooker Dinner