Description

These slow-cooker garlic butter beef bites and potatoes are the ultimate cosy comfort meal. Tender, flavorful beef and buttery baby potatoes simmer together in a rich garlic herb sauce—no oven required. It’s a one-pot wonder that’s perfect for busy nights, family dinners, or make-ahead meal prep.

Ingredients

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2 lbs (900 g) beef stew meat
1 1/2 lbs (680 g) baby potatoes, halved
6 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 tsp onion powder
1 tsp dried oregano
1/2 tsp dried thyme
1 tsp smoked paprika
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
1 tsp salt
1 tbsp cornstarch
1 cup beef broth
1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
4 tbsp unsalted butter
2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

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Instructions

In a bowl, toss beef stew meat with salt, pepper, paprika, onion powder, oregano, thyme, and red pepper flakes.
Add beef to the slow cooker. Top with halved baby potatoes and minced garlic.
Pour in beef broth and Worcestershire sauce. Stir gently.
Place slices of butter on top. Cover and cook on low for 6–8 hours or high for 3–4 hours.
In the last 30 minutes, mix cornstarch with 2 tbsp water and stir into the slow cooker.
Sprinkle with chopped parsley before serving.

Notes

For deeper flavor, brown the beef before adding to the slow cooker.

Yukon Gold potatoes work best for a creamy texture.

Add hot sauce or extra red pepper flakes if you like heat.

Remove the lid near the end to help thicken the sauce if needed.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 6–8 hours on low or 3–4 hours on high
Category: Main Course
Method: Slow Cooking
Cuisine: American