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Juicy garlic butter beef cubes with golden roasted potatoes in a skillet, garnished with herbs.

Garlic Butter Beef & Potatoes

Garlic Butter Beef & Potatoes is a hearty and comforting dish featuring tender beef, flavorful garlic, and perfectly roasted potatoes. Ideal for cold weather or busy weeknights, it’s an easy crockpot recipe that delivers rich flavors with minimal effort. This dish is versatile, satisfying, and a crowd-pleaser for the whole family.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4
Cuisine: American
Calories: 480
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds beef stew meat
  • 1½ pounds baby potatoes, halved
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 6 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ cup beef broth
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish

Method
 

  1. Pat beef dry, then season with salt, black pepper, paprika, thyme, and rosemary. Toss to coat evenly.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet, sear beef in batches for 2–3 minutes per side until browned. Transfer to crockpot.
  3. Melt butter in the skillet, sauté garlic 1–2 minutes, then pour over beef in crockpot.
  4. Add halved potatoes and chopped onion to the crockpot; mix gently to coat with garlic butter.
  5. Pour in beef broth and Worcestershire sauce; stir lightly to combine.
  6. Cover crockpot; cook on low 6–8 hours or high 3–4 hours until beef is tender.
  7. Ensure beef pulls apart easily and potatoes are soft; cook additional 30 minutes if needed.
  8. Sprinkle fresh parsley; serve hot with sides like crusty bread, mashed potatoes, or roasted vegetables.

Notes

  • Fresh rosemary and thyme enhance flavor, but dried herbs are fine.
  • Browning the beef first adds depth and caramelization.
  • Halve or quarter potatoes to ensure uniform cooking.
  • Taste and adjust salt, pepper, or garlic before serving.
  • Prep ingredients the night before for faster cooking.
  • Serves 4; pair with steamed vegetables or a fresh salad for a complete meal.