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Cozy Guinness Beef Stew Recipe Easy Homemade Root Vegetable Dinner

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A hearty and comforting Guinness beef stew with tender beef, root vegetables, and a rich, malty broth perfect for cozy nights.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds beef chuck roast, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 12 ounces Guinness stout
  • 2 cups beef broth (preferably low-sodium)
  • 3 medium carrots, peeled and cut into chunks
  • 2 medium parsnips, peeled and chopped
  • 3 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 1 large onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 4 sprigs fresh thyme (or 1 teaspoon dried thyme)
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or vegetable oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Pat the beef cubes dry with paper towels. Toss them in the flour, seasoning with salt and pepper. (About 10 minutes)
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. In batches, brown the beef cubes on all sides until deep golden, about 3-4 minutes per batch. Avoid overcrowding. Transfer beef to a plate and set aside. (15 minutes)
  3. Reduce heat to medium. Add diced onions and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
  4. Stir in 2 tablespoons of tomato paste and cook for 2 minutes to mellow acidity.
  5. Pour in the Guinness stout slowly, scraping up browned bits from the pot bottom. Let simmer for 2-3 minutes.
  6. Return the browned beef to the pot. Pour in 2 cups beef broth, ensuring beef is mostly covered.
  7. Add carrots, parsnips, potatoes, thyme sprigs, and bay leaves. Stir gently.
  8. Bring mixture to a gentle simmer, cover with lid, reduce heat to low, and cook for 2 to 2½ hours, stirring occasionally, until beef is fork-tender and sauce thickened.
  9. Taste and adjust salt and pepper as needed. Remove bay leaves and thyme stems before serving.
  10. If stew is too thin, simmer uncovered for 10-15 minutes to reduce. If too thick, add a splash of beef broth or water.

Notes

For gluten-free, substitute all-purpose flour with cornstarch or gluten-free blend. Do not skip searing the beef to lock in juices and flavor. Remove herb stems before serving. Adjust thickness by simmering uncovered or adding broth. Slow cooker adaptation possible but searing is recommended for best flavor.

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