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Cozy Irish Beef Stew Recipe Easy Homemade Tender Vegetable Delight

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A comforting Irish beef stew with tender vegetables, slow-simmered to perfection for a rich, hearty, and satisfying meal that’s perfect for cozy nights and family gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds beef chuck, cut into 1.5-inch cubes
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil or olive oil
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 medium carrots, peeled and sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
  • 3 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed (Yukon Gold recommended)
  • 2 stalks celery, chopped
  • 4 cups beef broth (homemade or low-sodium store-bought)
  • 1 cup Guinness beer or dry stout (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves or 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 2 bay leaves
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • Optional garnish: chopped fresh parsley
  • Optional: crusty bread or Irish soda bread for dipping

Instructions

  1. Pat the beef cubes dry with paper towels. Chop the onion, carrots, potatoes, celery, and mince the garlic. Set aside. (10 minutes)
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Working in batches, sear the beef cubes until deeply browned on all sides, about 3-4 minutes per batch. Transfer browned beef to a plate. (10-15 minutes)
  3. Reduce heat to medium. Add onions to the pot and cook until softened and translucent, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant. (6 minutes)
  4. Stir in tomato paste and cook for 2 minutes. Pour in the Guinness beer (or broth if skipping beer), scraping up any browned bits stuck to the bottom. Let it simmer for 3 minutes to reduce slightly. (5 minutes)
  5. Return the browned beef to the pot along with the beef broth, thyme, and bay leaves. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low and cover. Let it simmer gently for about 1.5 to 2 hours, stirring occasionally until beef is tender. (1.5-2 hours)
  6. Add carrots, potatoes, and celery to the pot. Stir well, cover, and continue simmering for another 30-40 minutes, or until vegetables are tender but not falling apart. (30-40 minutes)
  7. In a small bowl, whisk 2 tablespoons of flour with a few tablespoons of cold water to make a smooth slurry. Slowly stir into the stew, and cook uncovered for 10 minutes more to thicken and develop flavors. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Remove bay leaves before serving. (15 minutes)
  8. Sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley for color and freshness. Serve hot, ideally with crusty bread for dipping. (2 minutes)

Notes

For best texture, use well-marbled beef chuck. Substitute flour with cornstarch or gluten-free blend for gluten-free version. If skipping beer, add extra beef broth. If stew thickens too much after standing, stir in a splash of broth or water to loosen. Leftovers taste better the next day. Avoid thin pans to develop better flavor.

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