Irish Beef Stew
Description
This hearty Irish beef stew has tender chunks of beef and vegetables slow-cooked in a rich and flavorful Guinness sauce for an incredibly delicious meal.
Ingredients
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
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2 pounds beef chuck, cut into 1 1/2-inch cubes
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1 pound carrots, peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks
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6 large potatoes, peeled and cut into large chunks
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1 white onion, cut into large chunks
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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2 cups beef broth
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1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
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1 (12 fluid ounce) can or bottle Irish stout beer (e.g. Guinness(r))
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1 tablespoon cold water
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1 tablespoon cornstarch
Directions
1
Gather the ingredients.
2
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Toss beef cubes with flour to coat, then fry in the hot oil until browned.
3
Place carrots, potatoes, onion, and garlic into a large slow cooker; place browned beef on top of vegetables. Mix beef broth and tomato paste together until combined; pour into the slow cooker along with beer.
4
Cover and cook on High for 6 hours or Low for 8 hours. During the last hour before serving, dissolve cornstarch in cold water and stir into broth. Simmer on the High setting for a few minutes to thicken. Serve hot.