Garlic Butter Beef Bites and Potatoes -- Fantastic Crock Pot Meal For Two

Garlic Butter Beef Bites and Potatoes -- Fantastic Crock Pot Meal For Two

Garlic Butter Beef Bites & Potatoes

• 1 1/2 pounds beef stew meat, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 1 pound baby potatoes, halved
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 cup beef broth
• 1 tablespoon olive oil

1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the beef bites until browned on all sides (about 2-3 minutes per side). Transfer to the slow cooker.
2. Add baby potatoes to the slow cooker.
3. In a small bowl, mix melted butter, garlic, onion powder, smoked paprika, thyme, salt, and pepper. Pour the mixture over the beef and potatoes.
4. Add beef broth to the slow cooker.
5. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the beef is tender and the potatoes are cooked through.
6. Serve warm, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.