Slow Cooker Beef Gravy
Tender beef bites and baby potatoes slow-cooked in garlic butter and herbs create a hearty and comforting American dinner that's simple to prepare and full of flavor.
Equipment
- 1 slow cooker
- 1 large mixing bowl
- 1 cutting board
- 1 chef's knife
- 1 measuring spoons
Ingredients
- 2 pounds beef stew meat cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 1/2 pounds baby potatoes halved
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 5 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Combine beef cubes with Worcestershire sauce, salt, black pepper, Italian seasoning, and smoked paprika in a large bowl; toss to coat evenly.
- Place halved baby potatoes in the base of the slow cooker; drizzle with half of the melted butter and olive oil, then sprinkle minced garlic over the potatoes.
- Layer seasoned beef on top of the potatoes and drizzle with remaining melted butter and olive oil.
- Cover and cook on low for 6 to 7 hours or on high for 3 to 4 hours until beef is fork-tender and potatoes are cooked through.
- Gently stir beef and potatoes to combine and garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For richer flavor, sear beef cubes before slow cooking.
- Add diced carrots or green beans for variety.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.