The Art of Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Beef Perfection

Beef Preparation Mastery:

Learning to properly season and cube beef ensures maximum flavor penetration and even cooking throughout the slow cooking process.

Searing Technique:

Mastering the art of browning beef creates the Maillard reaction that develops deep, complex flavors essential for restaurant-quality results.

Garlic Butter Sauce Creation:

Understanding how to balance butter, garlic, and herbs creates a luxurious sauce that elevates simple ingredients to gourmet status.

Slow Cooking Timing:

Developing the skill to judge doneness and timing ensures perfectly tender beef and creamy potatoes every time.

Final Assembly Art:

Learning proper finishing techniques with fresh herbs and sauce distribution creates a visually stunning and flavorful final dish.

Mastering Perfect Slow Cooker Beef Bites

Brown the beef cubes properly to lock in juices and create deeper flavor before slow cooking

Check doneness at 3.5 hours as some slow cookers run hotter and may cook faster

Choose uniform-sized baby potatoes for even cooking and better presentation

Prep ingredients the night before and store in refrigerator, then start cooking in morning

Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Beef Bites with Tender Baby Potatoes and Fresh Herbs

Name: Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Beef Bites with Tender Baby Potatoes and Fresh Herbs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 4 h
Total time: 4 h 15 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: For the Beef:; 2 lbs sirloin steak, cut into 1-inch cubes; 2 tsp salt; 1 tsp black pepper; 2 tbsp olive oil; For the Potatoes:; 1.5 lbs baby potatoes, halved; 1 tsp garlic powder; For the Garlic Butter Sauce:; 6 tbsp butter, melted; 6 cloves garlic, minced; 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped; 1 tsp dried thyme; For Special Equipment:; 6-quart slow cooker; Large skillet; Wooden spoon

The ultimate Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Beef Bites featuring succulent beef sirloin, creamy baby potatoes, and aromatic garlic butter. This hearty comfort dish combines the rich savory flavors with the melt-in-your-mouth tenderness, creating an unforgettable family dinner experience that elevates the classic beef and potatoes to extraordinary heights perfect for weeknight dinners, Sunday gatherings, or any time you crave the perfect balance of garlic and butter richness.

Prep Time

15 Minutes

Cook Time

4 Hours

Total Time

4 Hours 15 Minutes

Chef

JUE

Ingredients

For the Beef:

2 lbs sirloin steak, cut into 1-inch cubes

2 tsp salt

1 tsp black pepper

2 tbsp olive oil

For the Potatoes:

1.5 lbs baby potatoes, halved

1 tsp garlic powder

For the Garlic Butter Sauce:

6 tbsp butter, melted

6 cloves garlic, minced

2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

1 tsp dried thyme

For Special Equipment:

6-quart slow cooker

Large skillet

Wooden spoon

Instructions

Season beef cubes generously with salt and pepper, ensuring even coverage on all sides.

Heat olive oil in large skillet over medium-high heat and sear beef cubes for 2-3 minutes per side until browned.

Transfer seared beef to slow cooker and add halved baby potatoes around the meat.

In small bowl, combine melted butter, minced garlic, garlic powder, and dried thyme.

Pour garlic butter mixture over beef and potatoes, tossing gently to coat evenly.

Cover and cook on LOW for 4 hours or until beef is fork-tender and potatoes are cooked through.

Sprinkle with fresh chopped parsley before serving and toss gently to combine.

Serve immediately while hot, spooning extra garlic butter sauce over each portion.

Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Beef Bites with Tender Baby Potatoes and Fresh Herbs

JUE

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The Art of Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Beef Perfection

Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Beef Bites with Tender Baby Potatoes and Fresh Herbs

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