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Cozy Beef and Guinness Stew

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A hearty and comforting beef stew slow-braised with Guinness beer, tender vegetables, and rich flavors, perfect for cozy dinners and chilly nights.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds beef chuck roast, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 medium yellow onions, chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 3 large carrots, peeled and cut into chunks
  • 2 stalks celeriac or celery, chopped (optional)
  • 3 cups low sodium beef broth
  • 1 bottle (11.2 oz) Guinness beer or any stout
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 2 teaspoons fresh thyme or 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 cup frozen peas

Instructions

  1. Pat the beef chunks dry with paper towels. Season generously with salt and pepper. Dredge the beef lightly in all-purpose flour, shaking off excess.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Brown the beef in batches for 3-4 minutes per side until deep golden crust forms. Transfer to a plate.
  3. Lower heat to medium. Add onions and carrots to the pot and cook for 6-8 minutes until onions soften and begin to caramelize. Add garlic and celery, cooking for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Stir in tomato paste and cook for 2 minutes. Pour in Guinness beer, scraping the bottom to lift browned bits. Let beer reduce for 3-4 minutes until thickened and darkened.
  5. Return beef and juices to the pot. Add beef broth, thyme, bay leaves, and Worcestershire sauce. Stir gently to combine. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low. Cover and cook for 1.5 to 2 hours until beef is fork-tender, adding broth if needed.
  6. Remove bay leaves. Stir in frozen peas and cook uncovered for 5 minutes to warm through. Adjust salt and pepper to taste.

Notes

For gluten-free, substitute all-purpose flour with cornstarch or gluten-free blend and check Worcestershire sauce for gluten content. Browning beef well is essential for flavor. Simmer gently on low heat to tenderize beef and meld flavors. If stew is too thin, simmer uncovered to reduce; if too thick, add broth or water. Flavors improve after resting overnight. Slow cooker adaptation: brown beef and sauté veggies first, then cook on low 6-8 hours, adding peas last 30 minutes.

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Keywords: beef stew, Guinness stew, comfort food, hearty meal, slow-cooked beef, Irish stew, cozy dinner

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