Hearty Irish Stew: A Comforting Classic for Cozy Nights
This hearty Irish stew made with beef, vegetables, and Guinness is the perfect comfort food for chilly nights.
Equipment
- - Dutch oven
Ingredients
For the Stew Base
- 2 pounds Beef Chuck Stew Meat or lamb for a traditional twist
- 2 tablespoons Extra-Virgin Olive Oil for searing
- 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt
- 1 teaspoon Freshly Ground Black Pepper
For the Vegetables
- 1 large Yellow Onion chopped
- 2 medium Carrots sliced
- 2 stalks Celery chopped
- 3 cloves Garlic minced
For the Hearty Finish
- 2 large Russet Potatoes diced
- 4 cups Low-Sodium Beef Broth
- 1 can Guinness Stout about 14.9 ounces
For Garnishing
- 2 tablespoons Fresh Thyme
- 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley chopped
Instructions
Cooking Steps
- Generously season cubed beef chuck with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper.
- Heat extra-virgin olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium heat. Sear the beef in two batches until it’s nicely browned, about 10 minutes per batch.
- In the same pot, add more olive oil if needed, then toss in chopped onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté until the vegetables soften, about 5 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Return the sautéed beef along with any juices to the pot. Add diced potatoes, beef broth, Guinness stout, fresh thyme, and a pinch of seasoning. Bring everything to a gentle boil.
- Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let the stew simmer for about 30 minutes, or until the beef and potatoes are tender.
- Ladle the hearty Irish stew into bowls, garnishing with fresh parsley. Serve with crusty bread or creamy mashed potatoes.
Notes
For an extra twist, add a splash of cream before serving.