Garlic Butter Beef Bites with Potatoes

Sizzling Garlic Butter Goodness

Ever had beef bites that practically melt in your mouth? Imagine tender meat, fluffy potatoes, and a generous drizzle of garlic butter sauce all coming together in one dish. Sounds heavenly, right? This recipe for Garlic Butter Beef Bites with Potatoes is not only a treat for your taste buds but also a lifesaver for those busy weeknights when time is tight but flavor is non-negotiable. Get ready to impress your family with minimal effort—a true winner!

Why Make This Recipe

You’re about to fall in love with this recipe for a few reasons:

• Easy cleanup: Who wants a sink full of dishes after dinner? Not us!
• Affordable: Beef stew meat and baby potatoes won’t break the bank, making this a budget-friendly meal for everyone.
• Family-friendly: Kids (and adults) will gobble this up. Seriously, who can resist gooey beef bites dripping with garlic butter? 😋

Ingredients

You don’t need fancy stuff—just these basics!

• 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
• 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
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil

Directions

1. Gather all ingredients and cut the beef into bite-sized pieces and halve the baby potatoes.
2. Optional: Parboil the baby potatoes for a few minutes to soften them slightly.
3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear the beef bites until browned on all sides.
4. 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.
5. In the slow cooker, place the halved baby potatoes and seared beef. Pour the garlic butter sauce over the top and add beef broth.
6. 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.
7. Let the dish rest for about 10 minutes before serving.

How to Make Garlic Butter Beef Bites with Potatoes (Overview)

First, gather your ingredients and chop everything up. This is a no-fuss kind of dish; you’ll love how quick it all comes together! Sear those beef bites until they’re beautifully golden—this step captures that tender flavor we all crave. After mixing up your garlic butter sauce (because butter makes everything better), let your slow cooker do the magic. Pro tip: Don’t skip toasting the garlic—it gives it that irresistible aroma.

How to Serve Garlic Butter Beef Bites with Potatoes

Put your mouth-watering dish in a large bowl and sprinkle some fresh herbs for a pop of color. The golden-brown beef bites and fluffy potatoes make for a stunning combo that’ll have everyone drooling. Serve it up with a crunchy side salad or some crusty bread to soak up that garlic butter goodness. Trust me, your kitchen will smell like heaven! 🌟

How to Store Garlic Butter Beef Bites with Potatoes

These tasty bites keep well in the fridge for about 3-4 days, making them perfect for meal prep! Pop the leftovers in an airtight container and you’re good to go. If you want to freeze them, they can last for up to 3 months—just remember to reheat slowly so they maintain that delicious tenderness. 🥘

Tips to Make Garlic Butter Beef Bites with Potatoes

• For extra flavor, try marinating the beef in garlic and spices for a few hours before cooking.
• Swap out baby potatoes for sweet potatoes for a twist on sweetness.
• Using a meat thermometer will ensure your beef bites are cooked to perfection—nobody likes overcooked meat!

Variation

Feeling adventurous? You could toss in some fresh veggies like bell peppers or carrots for added color and nutrients. Want to keep it plant-based? Use mushrooms and chickpeas instead of beef for a delicious vegan option!

FAQs

Can I use other cuts of beef?
Absolutely! Cuts like chuck roast work well too, just adjust the cooking time.

What if I don’t have a slow cooker?
You can cook this in a Dutch oven on the stovetop or in the oven. Just keep an eye on it!

Can I make this ahead of time?
Yes, this dish actually tastes even better the next day! Just store it properly in the fridge.

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Garlic Butter Beef Bites with Potatoes

A delightful and easy-to-make dish featuring tender beef bites and fluffy potatoes drenched in a flavorful garlic butter sauce, perfect for busy weeknights.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 6 hours hrs

Total Time 6 hours hrs 15 minutes mins

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: American

Calories: 400

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

Main 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
• 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
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil

Method

 

Preparation

1. Gather all ingredients and cut the beef into bite-sized pieces and halve the baby potatoes.
2. Optional: Parboil the baby potatoes for a few minutes to soften them slightly.

Cooking

1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear the beef bites until browned on all sides.
2. 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.
3. In the slow cooker, place the halved baby potatoes and seared beef. Pour the garlic butter sauce over the top and add beef broth.
4. 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.
5. Let the dish rest for about 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

For extra flavor, try marinating the beef in garlic and spices for a few hours before cooking. You can swap baby potatoes for sweet potatoes for a twist on sweetness. Using a meat thermometer will ensure your beef bites are cooked to perfection—nobody likes overcooked meat! Serve with a side salad or crusty bread.