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Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Beef

Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Beef

  • Author: Christopher
  • Total Time: 7 hours 20 minutes to 8 hours 20 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Beef combines tender, melt-in-your-mouth beef chuck roast with a rich garlic butter sauce, smoky turkey bacon, and the depth of savory vegetarian Worcestershire sauce. This recipe delivers warm, comforting flavors with minimal effort, perfect for family dinners or meal prep.

Ingredients

Scale

Beef and Main Ingredients

  • 3 to 4 pounds beef chuck roast
  • 6 garlic cloves, peeled and finely chopped
  • 6 slices smoked turkey bacon, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 4 tablespoons plant-based butter
  • 1/4 cup vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1 medium onion, sliced
  • 2 sprigs fresh thyme or rosemary
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Optional Variations

  • 1 cup sliced mushrooms
  • 1 teaspoon oregano or sage (alternative herbs)
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika or chili flakes
  • 1 to 2 cups chopped carrots, potatoes, or celery
  • 2 tablespoons plant-based butter (for reduced fat option)
  • 1/4 cup grape juice (natural)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Beef and Ingredients: Trim excess fat from the beef chuck roast if desired. Peel and finely chop garlic cloves, slice the onion, and cut smoked turkey bacon into bite-sized pieces to distribute smoky flavor evenly during cooking.
  2. Sear the Beef: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the beef on all sides until a brown crust forms, locking in flavor and improving texture.
  3. Assemble in the Slow Cooker: Place the seared beef in the slow cooker. Surround it with chopped onions, garlic, and turkey bacon pieces. Pour beef broth and vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural) over. Dot the plant-based butter on top. Add fresh herbs, salt, and pepper.
  4. Slow Cook: Cover with the lid and cook on low heat for 7 to 8 hours or on high heat for 4 to 5 hours, allowing the beef to become tender and the flavors to meld.
  5. Final Touches: Once cooked, carefully remove the beef and shred it with two forks if desired. Stir the cooking juices to distribute the garlic butter sauce evenly. Return the shredded beef to the slow cooker to soak up the sauce before serving.

Notes

  • Choose beef chuck roast for its marbling and tenderness after slow cooking.
  • Searing the beef adds depth of flavor and texture; do not skip this step.
  • Use fresh garlic for the best aroma and flavor infusion.
  • Adjust broth quantity to cover just the bottom of the slow cooker to avoid excess liquid.
  • Add delicate herbs like thyme or rosemary during the last hour of cooking to preserve fresh flavor.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 7 to 8 hours on low or 4 to 5 hours on high
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 550mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 6g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 85mg

Keywords: slow cooker, garlic butter beef, beef chuck roast, plant-based butter, vegetarian Worcestershire sauce, smoked turkey bacon, slow cooking recipe, tender beef

Find it online: https://easyrecipeplanet.com/slow-cooker-garlic-butter-beef/