Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Beef Bites & Potatoes
Tender beef bites coated in a rich garlic butter sauce paired with soft, flavorful potatoes make this dish a comforting and satisfying meal. Perfect for busy days, this slow cooker recipe allows you to enjoy a delicious dinner with minimal effort.
Equipment
- 1 slow cooker
- 1 cutting board
- 1 measuring cups and spoons
- 1 large mixing bowl
- 1 small saucepan
Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds beef sirloin, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 4 medium potatoes, diced (about 2 pounds)
- ½ cup unsalted butter (1 stick)
- 8 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried rosemary)
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried thyme)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup beef broth
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, add the beef cubes, salt, pepper, rosemary, and thyme. Toss until the beef is evenly coated with the seasonings.
- Peel and dice the potatoes into 1-inch pieces.
- Place the seasoned beef and diced potatoes into the slow cooker. Pour in the beef broth and Worcestershire sauce, stirring gently to combine.
- In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the butter with the minced garlic. Allow the garlic to sauté for about 2 minutes until fragrant, but not browned.
- Pour the melted garlic butter over the beef and potatoes in the slow cooker. Stir to ensure everything is evenly coated.
- Cover the slow cooker and set it to low heat. Cook for about 6 hours, or until the beef is tender and the potatoes are cooked through.
- Once cooked, give the dish a gentle stir and serve warm.
Notes
For added flavor, you can include vegetables like carrots or peas.
This dish pairs well with a simple green salad or crusty bread for dipping.
Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in the microwave or on the stovetop.