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Crockpot Pepper Steak and Cheesy Garlic Mashed Potatoes

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Tender pepper steak slow-cooked in a savory, peppery sauce is served over creamy, cheesy garlic mashed potatoes for the ultimate comfort food dinner. This easy crockpot meal is perfect for cozy family nights or impressing guests with minimal effort.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds beef sirloin or flank steak, sliced into thin strips
  • 2 large bell peppers, sliced (any color)
  • 1 large onion, sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
  • 1/4 cup beef broth (or water)
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch or all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper, freshly cracked
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Salt, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (for browning steak)
  • 3 pounds Yukon gold or russet potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup whole milk (or half-and-half, or dairy-free milk)
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 4 cloves garlic, roasted or minced
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Chives or parsley, chopped, for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Slice the steak into thin strips (about 1/2-inch wide). Cut bell peppers and onion into strips. Mince the garlic. Set aside.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear steak strips for 1-2 minutes per side until browned (optional for extra flavor).
  3. Add browned steak, sliced peppers, onion, and minced garlic to the crockpot. Sprinkle with salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, and red pepper flakes if using.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together diced tomatoes (with juice), soy sauce, beef broth, and brown sugar. Pour over steak and veggies in the crockpot.
  5. Cover and cook on LOW for 6-8 hours or HIGH for 3-4 hours until steak is tender.
  6. About 20 minutes before serving, scoop out a few tablespoons of cooking liquid. Whisk in cornstarch or flour, then stir back into the crockpot. Cover and cook a bit longer to thicken. Remove lid for last 15 minutes if sauce is too thin.
  7. While steak cooks, peel and cut potatoes into chunks. Add to a large pot, cover with cold, salted water, and bring to a boil. Simmer 20-25 minutes until fork-tender.
  8. Drain potatoes well. Return to pot. Add butter, milk, roasted or minced garlic, cheddar, and Parmesan. Mash by hand or with a mixer until smooth. Season with salt and pepper. Add more milk for creamier potatoes if desired.
  9. To serve, scoop mashed potatoes onto each plate. Top with pepper steak and sauce. Garnish with chives or parsley if desired.

Notes

For gluten-free, use cornstarch and tamari. Searing the steak adds extra flavor but can be skipped for convenience. Use Yukon gold potatoes for the creamiest mash. Add cheese to potatoes while hot for best melting. Leftovers taste even better the next day and freeze well. For a vegetarian version, substitute portobello mushrooms for steak.

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