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Hearty Guinness Beef Stew for Cozy Nights

Guinness Beef Stew made approachable with clear cues, pantry staples, and flexible swaps.

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds beef chuck cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 bottle 12 oz Guinness stout
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 3 medium carrots sliced
  • 2 medium potatoes peeled and cubed
  • 1 large onion chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 2 bay leaves
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions

  • Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  • Add chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until translucent.
  • Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
  • Toss in the beef cubes and season with salt and pepper; brown on all sides.
  • Add tomato paste, stirring to fully coat the beef and vegetables.
  • Pour in the Guinness stout, scraping the bottom to deglaze the pot.
  • Add beef broth, carrots, potatoes, thyme, and bay leaves; stir to combine.
  • Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover.
  • Simmer for at least 2 hours, checking occasionally and stirring.
  • Taste and adjust seasoning, removing bay leaves before serving.