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Cut beef stew meat into bite-sized pieces and halve the baby potatoes.
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Parboil halved baby potatoes for a few minutes to slightly soften them if desired.
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Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear beef pieces in batches until browned on all sides.
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In a mixing bowl, combine melted unsalted butter, minced garlic, onion powder, smoked paprika, dried thyme, dried rosemary, salt, and black pepper for the garlic butter sauce.
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Arrange halved baby potatoes and seared beef bites in the slow cooker. Pour the garlic butter sauce evenly over the mixture and add the beef broth.
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Cover and cook on low for 6 to 8 hours or on high for 3 to 4 hours, until the beef is tender.
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Allow the dish to rest for about 10 minutes before serving for enhanced flavor.