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Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Beef

Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Beef for Heartwarming Family Dinners

This Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Beef combines comfort food nostalgia with modern convenience, making it perfect for busy weeknights and cozy gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Stew
  • 2 pounds Beef Stew Meat Substitutions can be chuck roast or brisket.
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce Adds depth and umami.
  • 1 tablespoon Dried Italian Seasoning Infuses with fragrant herbs.
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Provides smokiness and color.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Adjust per preference.
  • 1.5 pounds Baby Potatoes Halved for easy prep.
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Melted for richness.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can substitute with avocado oil.
  • 4 cloves Garlic Minced for best flavor.
  • ¼ cup Fresh Parsley Chopped for garnish.
Optional Add-Ins
  • Carrots or Green Beans For added nutrition.
  • Fresh Herbs like Rosemary or Thyme For new flavor profiles.

Equipment

  • slow cooker

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine your beef stew meat, Worcestershire sauce, salt, black pepper, dried Italian seasoning, and smoked paprika. Toss everything thoroughly until each piece is well-coated.
  2. Layer the halved baby potatoes at the bottom of your slow cooker. Drizzle half of the melted unsalted butter and olive oil over the potatoes. Sprinkle the minced garlic on top.
  3. Carefully place the seasoned beef over the layer of potatoes and drizzle the remaining melted butter and olive oil.
  4. Cover the slow cooker with its lid and set to low for 6 to 7 hours or high for 3 to 4 hours.
  5. Check for doneness; stir gently and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 900mgFiber: 5gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the fridge. For longer storage, freeze in portions for up to 3 months.

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