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Irish Guinness Beef Stew

Experience Cozy Evenings with Irish Guinness Beef Stew

Irish Guinness Beef Stew is a warm and flavorful dish that combines tender beef and hearty vegetables in a rich, comforting broth.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Irish
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Stew
  • 2-3 pounds beef chuck choose well-marbled cuts for richness
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil can substitute with olive oil
  • 1 onion chopped, yellow onions preferred
  • 3 carrots sliced
  • 2 celery stalks chopped, optional
  • 3 cloves garlic minced, fresh recommended
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste can replace with crushed tomatoes
  • 1 can Guinness stout any stout can substitute
  • 4 cups beef broth preferably homemade
  • 1 teaspoon thyme can substitute with rosemary or oregano
  • 2 leaves bay leaves remove before serving
  • to taste salt and pepper for seasoning
  • 2-3 potatoes diced, any variety

Equipment

  • large heavy-bottomed pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat the oil in a large, heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat until it shimmers.
  2. Brown the beef chuck in the hot oil for 5-7 minutes until well-browned on all sides.
  3. Sauté the chopped onion, sliced carrots, chopped celery, and minced garlic in the same pot for 5-7 minutes until tender.
  4. Stir in the tomato paste and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
  5. Pour in the Guinness stout and beef broth, stirring to combine and scraping the bottom of the pot.
  6. Add thyme, bay leaves, salt, and pepper; bring to a boil.
  7. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours.
  8. About 30 minutes before serving, stir in the diced potatoes.
  9. Taste and adjust seasoning before removing bay leaves and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 700IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Prepare the stew a day in advance for the best flavor. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

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