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Cozy Guinness Beef Stew Recipe with Root Vegetables

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A hearty and rich beef stew simmered slowly in Guinness stout with earthy root vegetables, perfect for cozy winter nights. This recipe balances deep flavors with simple ingredients and is easy to prepare.

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs beef chuck, cut into 1.5-inch cubes
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil or olive oil
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (or cornstarch for gluten-free)
  • 12 oz Guinness stout beer
  • 2 cups beef broth (preferably low sodium)
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 3 large carrots, peeled and cut into chunks
  • 2 parsnips, peeled and cut into chunks
  • 1 large potato, peeled and cut into chunks
  • Optional: 1 cup pearl onions, peeled
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
  • Crusty bread or buttery mashed potatoes (for serving)

Instructions

  1. Pat the beef cubes dry with paper towels and season generously with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Sear beef in batches until deeply browned, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
  3. Reduce heat to medium. Add remaining oil, sauté chopped onion until translucent and slightly golden, about 5 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
  4. Sprinkle flour over onions and garlic, stirring constantly to form a roux. Cook for 2 minutes to remove raw flour taste.
  5. Slowly pour in Guinness, scraping up browned bits from the pot. Let simmer for 2 minutes to reduce slightly.
  6. Stir in beef broth, tomato paste, dried thyme, and bay leaves. Return seared beef and juices to the pot. Bring to a gentle simmer.
  7. Cover and cook on low heat for 1.5 to 2 hours until beef is fork-tender, stirring occasionally.
  8. While stew simmers, peel and chop carrots, parsnips, and potato into bite-sized chunks. Peel pearl onions if using.
  9. Add root vegetables and pearl onions to the pot. Simmer uncovered for 30-40 minutes until vegetables are tender but not mushy.
  10. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Remove bay leaves before serving.
  11. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot with crusty bread or mashed potatoes.

Notes

Sear beef in batches to avoid steaming and ensure a rich crust. Stir flour constantly to avoid lumps and cook out raw taste. Simmer gently to tenderize beef without drying. Blanch pearl onions for easy peeling. Adjust thickness by simmering longer or adding broth. For gluten-free, substitute flour with cornstarch or arrowroot powder.

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