GARLIC BUTTER BEEF BITES WITH CREAMY MASHED POTATOES

Ingredients:

For the Beef Bites:

1 lb (450g) beef steak (sirloin or ribeye), cut into bite-sized cubes

2 tbsp olive oil

3 tbsp unsalted butter

4 cloves garlic, minced

1 tsp salt

1/2 tsp black pepper

1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)

1 tsp Worcestershire sauce

1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

For the Creamy Mashed Potatoes:

4 large potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks

4 tbsp unsalted butter

1/2 cup whole milk or heavy cream

1/2 tsp salt

1/4 tsp black pepper

1/2 tsp garlic powder (optional)

Fresh parsley for garnish

Directions:

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