Garlic Butter Beef Bites with Creamy Mashed Potatoes

🥩 Garlic Butter Beef Bites

Ingredients:

• 1.5 lbs (700 g) sirloin steak (or tenderloin/ribeye), cut into 1-inch cubes

• 4 tbsp unsalted butter

• 4 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• 1 tsp fresh thyme, chopped (or ½ tsp dried)

• 1 tsp fresh rosemary, chopped (or ½ tsp dried)

• Salt and black pepper, to taste

• Optional garnish: chopped parsley or extra herbs

Instructions:

1. Prep the beef:

   • Pat steak cubes dry with paper towels (important for browning).

   • Season with salt and pepper generously.

2. Sear the beef:

   • Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a heavy skillet (preferably cast iron) over high heat.

   • Once the oil is hot and shimmering, add beef cubes in a single layer (don’t overcrowd).

   • Sear for 1–2 minutes per side until nicely browned (don’t stir too much).

   • Remove to a plate. Work in batches if needed.

3. Make garlic butter sauce:

   • Reduce heat to medium.

   • In the same skillet, add 4 tbsp butter.

   • When melted, stir in garlic, thyme, and rosemary.

   • Sauté for 30 seconds to 1 minute until fragrant (don’t brown the garlic).

4. Combine:

   • Return beef bites to the skillet.

   • Toss to coat in garlic butter for about 1 minute.

   • Remove from heat.

5. Optional: Garnish with chopped parsley or extra herbs before serving.

🥔 Creamy Mashed Potatoes

Ingredients:

• 2 lbs (900 g) Yukon gold or russet potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks

• ½ cup (120 ml) whole milk (warm)

• ⅓ cup (80 ml) heavy cream (warm)

• 4 tbsp unsalted butter

• Salt, to taste

• Pepper, to taste

• Optional: 2 cloves roasted garlic or a dollop of sour cream for extra flavor

Instructions:

1. Boil potatoes:

   • Add potatoes to a large pot of cold salted water.

   • Bring to a boil and cook for 15–20 minutes, or until fork-tender.

2. Drain and mash:

   • Drain well and let sit for 1–2 minutes to release steam (this prevents watery mash).

   • Mash using a potato masher or ricer.

3. Add dairy:

   • Add butter, warm milk, and cream gradually.

   • Stir until creamy and smooth. Adjust consistency as needed.

4. Season:

   • Season with salt and pepper to taste.

   • Add roasted garlic or sour cream if desired.

🍽️ To Serve:

• Spoon a generous scoop of mashed potatoes onto the plate.

• Top with garlic butter beef bites and a drizzle of leftover garlic butter sauce from the skillet.

• Garnish with parsley or chives if you like.

🔥 Pro Tips:

• Rest the beef for 5 minutes before serving for juicier bites.

• Use room-temperature butter for better flavor release in the sauce.

• You can add a splash of beef broth or white wine to the pan before adding the garlic butter for extra depth.

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