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Cozy Guinness Beef Stew

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A hearty and comforting beef stew made with Guinness stout, tender beef chunks, and vegetables, perfect for chilly winter evenings. This easy recipe delivers rich, malty flavors with minimal hands-on time.

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs beef chuck, cut into 1 ½-inch cubes
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 3 tbsp vegetable oil or olive oil
  • 1 large onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 medium carrots, peeled and cut into chunks
  • 2 stalks celery, chopped
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 2 cups Guinness stout
  • 2 cups beef broth or stock
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 sprigs fresh thyme or 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 lb baby potatoes, halved or quartered (optional)
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
  • Crusty bread or creamy mashed potatoes (optional, to serve)

Instructions

  1. Pat the beef cubes dry and season generously with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a large heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  3. Brown the beef in batches for 3–4 minutes per side, ensuring a deep caramelized crust. Avoid overcrowding. Set browned beef aside.
  4. Add remaining tablespoon of oil if needed. Reduce heat to medium and add diced onion, carrots, and celery. Cook for 6–8 minutes until softened and slightly golden.
  5. Stir in minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
  6. Add tomato paste and cook for 2 minutes to deepen flavor.
  7. Pour in Guinness stout slowly, scraping up browned bits from the bottom. Simmer for about 3 minutes to reduce slightly.
  8. Return browned beef and juices to the pot. Add beef broth and Worcestershire sauce.
  9. Add thyme sprigs and bay leaves. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low and cover.
  10. Simmer gently for 1.5 to 2 hours, stirring occasionally, until beef is fork-tender and sauce thickens.
  11. About 30 minutes before serving, add baby potatoes and continue simmering until tender.
  12. Remove bay leaves and thyme sprigs. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
  13. Sprinkle chopped parsley over the stew before serving. Serve hot with crusty bread or mashed potatoes.

Notes

Brown beef in batches to develop a rich crust and avoid steaming. Maintain a gentle simmer to keep beef tender. Add potatoes late to prevent them from dissolving. A splash of Worcestershire sauce at the end balances the flavors. For gluten-free, use gluten-free stout and sauces. Slow cooker adaptation possible.

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Keywords: Guinness beef stew, hearty stew, winter comfort food, easy beef stew, Irish stew, slow-cooked beef, Guinness recipe

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