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Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Beef Bites & Potatoes

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Tender beef stew bites and baby potatoes slow-cooked in a rich garlic-butter sauce for a cozy, hearty, and effortless one-pot meal.

Ingredients

  • 2 lb beef stew meat, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 lb baby yellow or Yukon Gold potatoes, halved
  • 5 Tbsp unsalted butter, sliced
  • 2–4 Tbsp minced garlic (fresh preferred)
  • 1 Tbsp onion powder
  • 1 Tsp garlic powder
  • 1 Tsp seasoned salt or salt & pepper to taste
  • Optional: ½ tsp paprika
  • Optional: 1 tsp dried thyme or Italian seasoning
  • Optional: ½ cup beef broth for extra gravy

Instructions

  1. (Optional) Sear beef quickly in a hot skillet to enhance flavor.
  2. Add beef and potatoes to the slow cooker.
  3. Sprinkle with onion powder, garlic powder, seasoned salt, and optional spices.
  4. Top with sliced butter and minced garlic.
  5. If desired, pour in beef broth.
  6. Cover and cook on low for 6–8 hours or high for 3–4 hours.
  7. Stir gently before serving and garnish with fresh parsley or green onions if desired.

Notes

  • Add vegetables like carrots, mushrooms, or green beans for variety.
  • Use cauliflower or zucchini instead of potatoes for a low-carb version.
  • Sear beef before cooking to enhance moisture and flavor.
  • To thicken sauce, mix cornstarch with water and add in the final hour.
  • Store leftovers in the fridge for 3–5 days or freeze up to 2 months.

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