Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Beef (Printable View)

Hearty beef and potatoes simmered with garlic, butter, and herbs for a comforting slow-cooked dish.

# Ingredient List:

→ Main Ingredients

01 - 2.5 pounds beef chuck roast, cut into large chunks
02 - Salt, to taste
03 - Black pepper, to taste

→ Searing Ingredients (Optional)

04 - 2 tablespoons olive oil

→ Garlic Butter Mixture

05 - 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
06 - 5 cloves garlic, minced
07 - 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs
08 - 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
09 - 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped, plus more for garnish

→ Vegetables

10 - 2 pounds baby Yukon Gold potatoes, halved
11 - 1 medium onion, sliced (optional)
12 - 1 cup carrots, chopped (optional)

→ Liquid

13 - 1/2 cup low-sodium beef broth

# Preparation Steps:

01 - Pat beef chunks dry using paper towels. Generously season with salt and black pepper.
02 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear beef chunks for 2 to 3 minutes per side until browned. Work in batches as necessary.
03 - Arrange halved potatoes in the bottom of the slow cooker. Place seared beef chunks on top and scatter onion and carrots over if using.
04 - Combine melted butter, minced garlic, dried Italian herbs, red pepper flakes if using, and chopped parsley in a small mixing bowl.
05 - Pour beef broth evenly over beef and potatoes. Drizzle prepared garlic butter sauce over all ingredients. Gently toss to ensure even distribution.
06 - Cover and cook on LOW for 7 to 8 hours or on HIGH for 4 to 5 hours, until beef is fork-tender and potatoes are cooked through but not mushy.
07 - Taste and adjust salt and pepper as needed. For a thicker consistency, uncover and let stand for 15 minutes or mash several potatoes into the broth.
08 - Transfer beef and potatoes to a serving platter. Spoon extra sauce over, garnish with additional fresh parsley, and serve warm.

# Supplementary Details:

01 - Searing the beef before slow cooking enhances flavor and helps seal in juices, but the step can be skipped for convenience.

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