Description
Succulent garlic butter beef bites and potatoes deliver a hearty one-pot meal with minimal prep. Home cooks can savor tender meat and crispy potato edges, creating a satisfying dinner that promises comfort and flavor in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 2 pounds (907 grams) beef stew meat, cubed
Vegetables:
- 1.5 pounds (680 grams) baby potatoes, halved
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Seasonings and Liquids:
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Layer tender beef chunks and quartered potatoes evenly across the bottom of the slow cooker.
- Create a robust flavor mixture by whisking together melted butter, minced garlic, savory beef broth, tangy Worcestershire sauce, aromatic Italian seasoning, warming paprika, sharp onion powder, and a pinch of spicy red pepper flakes.
- Drizzle the flavor-packed liquid blend thoroughly over the meat and potato arrangement, ensuring complete coverage.
- Secure the slow cooker lid and allow the ingredients to gently simmer and meld on low temperature for 6-7 hours, or on high setting for 3-4 hours, until beef reaches fork-tender consistency.
- Once cooking completes, carefully stir the contents to distribute the rich, garlic-infused sauce and ensure even coating.
- Sprinkle freshly chopped parsley across the top for a vibrant, herbaceous finish and serve piping hot directly from the slow cooker.
Notes
- Customize heat levels by adjusting red pepper flakes for spice-sensitive diners or those craving extra kick.
- Select well-marbled beef cuts like chuck roast or sirloin for maximum tenderness and rich flavor development.
- Enhance nutritional profile by adding colorful vegetables like bell peppers or carrots during last hour of cooking for extra nutrients and visual appeal.
- Prevent meat from becoming dry by ensuring liquid covers ingredients and checking moisture levels midway through slow cooking process.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 hours (on Low) or 4 hours (on High)
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 290 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 680 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 14 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 65 mg