Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Beef (Printable Version)

Tender beef bites cooked with garlic, butter, and rich au jus for a flavorful slow cooker meal.

# What You'll Need:

→ Beef

01 - 3 pounds sirloin steak or chuck roast, cut into bite-sized pieces

→ Seasonings

02 - 2 teaspoons kosher salt
03 - 1 teaspoon black pepper

→ Cooking Fat

04 - 1 tablespoon vegetable oil, more if needed for searing

→ Aromatics

05 - 1 small sweet onion, thinly sliced
06 - 3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced

→ Liquids and Sauces

07 - 1 cup unsalted beef stock
08 - 1 ounce packet au jus gravy mix
09 - 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, sliced

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - In a large bowl, evenly coat the beef pieces with kosher salt and black pepper.
02 - Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear beef in small batches until browned on all sides, avoiding overcrowding.
03 - Transfer the seared beef to a 6-quart slow cooker. Add the sliced onion and garlic on top.
04 - Pour the beef stock over the beef and sprinkle the au jus gravy mix evenly. Arrange butter slices on top.
05 - Cover and cook on low for 6 to 8 hours or high for 3 to 4 hours, stirring once or twice if possible during the cooking process.
06 - Before serving, garnish with fresh parsley or thyme if desired.

# Additional Notes:

01 - Searing the beef prior to slow cooking enhances the flavor and texture.

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