Name: Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Beef with Potatoes
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 4 h
Total time: 4 h 30 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 lb (900 g) beef chuck, cut into 1½–2 inch cubes; 1½ lb (700 g) small Yukon Gold or baby potatoes, halved if large; 1 medium yellow onion, thinly sliced; 4 cloves garlic, minced; 1 cup low-sodium beef broth; ¼ cup dry white wine or extra broth (optional); 3 tbsp Worcestershire sauce; 4 tbsp unsalted butter, cold and cut into pieces; 2 tbsp olive oil (for browning); Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste; 2 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped; 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves, chopped (or ½ tsp dried)

Description

A refined slow-cooked dinner featuring tender beef and silky potatoes in a glossy garlic-butter sauce.

Ingredients

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2 lb (900 g) beef chuck, cut into 1½–2 inch cubes
1½ lb (700 g) small Yukon Gold or baby potatoes, halved if large
1 medium yellow onion, thinly sliced
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup low-sodium beef broth
¼ cup dry white wine or extra broth (optional)
3 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
4 tbsp unsalted butter, cold and cut into pieces
2 tbsp olive oil (for browning)
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
2 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
1 tsp fresh thyme leaves, chopped (or ½ tsp dried)

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Instructions

Season the beef generously with salt and pepper. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil. Sear the beef in batches until deeply browned on all sides.
Transfer the seared beef to the slow cooker. In the same skillet, add a splash of broth and deglaze the pan, then pour the liquid into the slow cooker.
Add the sliced onion, minced garlic, potatoes, beef broth, wine (if using), and Worcestershire sauce to the slow cooker. Stir gently to combine.
Cover and cook on LOW for 7–8 hours or HIGH for 3½–4 hours until the beef is fork-tender and potatoes are soft but hold their shape.
Remove the lid and skim excess fat if desired. Adjust seasoning and, if the sauce is thin, thicken it using cornstarch as needed.
Off heat, swirl in cold butter pieces and chopped herbs until melted and glossy.
Serve immediately, spooning sauce over beef and potatoes, garnished with parsley and black pepper.

Notes

For best results, ensure even browning of the beef and use waxy potatoes for a creamy texture. Finish with cold butter to enhance the sauce’s glossiness.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 240 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Slow Cooking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 450
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 650mg
Fat: 20g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 35g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 30g
Cholesterol: 90mg