Ingredients

2 tablespoons olive oil
3 bay leaves
1/4 cup all-purpose flour , or as needed
2 pounds beef stew meat , cut into 1 1/2-inch cubes
2 yellow onions , quartered
2 cloves garlic , minced
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon dried rosemary leaves
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup beef stock
2 large potatoes , cut into 1 1/2- inch cubes
1/2 pound carrots , peeled and thickly sliced
2 tablespoons chopped parsley
salt and ground black pepper to taste
The Ultimate Guinness® Beef Stew is a classic Irish dish that is hearty, flavorful, and perfect for a chilly evening. This stew is made with beef stew meat, onions, garlic, thyme, rosemary, potatoes, and carrots, all stewed in a rich broth that is made with beef stock and Guinness®. The combination of these ingredients gives it a tasty, savory flavor with a hint of bitterness from the Guinness®. This stew is easy to make and can be enjoyed as a main dish with a side of crusty bread.

Instructions

1.In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
2.Add bay leaves and cook until fragrant.
3.Meanwhile, coat beef stew meat in all-purpose flour and season with salt and black pepper.
4.Add the meat to the pot and cook until browned on all sides.
5.Add onions, garlic, thyme, and rosemary to the pot and cook until the onions have softened.
6.Sprinkle flour over the ingredients, then pour in beef stock and stir.
7.Add potatoes and carrots, then bring to a boil.
8.Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for at least two hours, or until the beef is tender.
9.Garnish with parsley and serve hot.

PROS

This stew is a hearty and filling comfort food that will warm you up on a cold day.

Using Guinness® gives it a rich and flavorful taste that is hard to find in other stews.

CONS

This stew takes a long time to cook, so plan ahead if you want to make it for dinner.

It is also high in calories, so it should be enjoyed in moderation.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Beef is an excellent source of protein, iron, and zinc, all of which are important for a healthy diet.
Potatoes are high in vitamin C, potassium, and fiber, which can improve heart health and digestion.
Carrots are loaded with vitamin A and beta carotene, which can improve vision and boost immunity. However, this recipe is high in fat, so it should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

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