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Cozy Guinness Beef Stew with Root Vegetables

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A rich and hearty beef stew simmered with Guinness stout and a medley of root vegetables, perfect for cozy evenings and comforting meals.

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs beef chuck roast, cut into 1 ½-inch cubes
  • 12 oz Guinness stout
  • 2 cups beef broth or stock
  • 3 large carrots, peeled and cut into large chunks
  • 2 parsnips, peeled and cut into chunks
  • 2 turnips, peeled and cubed
  • 1 celery root (celeriac), peeled and cut into cubes (optional but recommended)
  • 1 yellow onion, diced
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 3–4 sprigs fresh thyme
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour (or almond/chickpea flour for gluten-free)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or vegetable oil
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce (optional)

Instructions

  1. Pat the beef cubes dry with paper towels. Season generously with salt and pepper, then dredge lightly in flour, shaking off excess. (10 minutes)
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat. In batches, sear the beef cubes until browned all over, about 3-4 minutes per batch. Remove browned beef and set aside. (15 minutes)
  3. Lower heat to medium, add diced onions, and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant. (6 minutes)
  4. Stir in 2 tablespoons of tomato paste, cooking for 2 minutes to caramelize slightly. (2 minutes)
  5. Pour in 12 ounces of Guinness stout, scraping up all browned bits from the bottom of the pot. (3 minutes)
  6. Return browned beef to the pot along with 2 cups beef broth. Add Worcestershire sauce if using, fresh thyme sprigs, and bay leaves. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover. Simmer gently for 1 ½ to 2 hours until beef is fork-tender. (90–120 minutes)
  7. Add peeled and chopped carrots, parsnips, turnips, and celery root to the stew. Continue simmering uncovered for another 30-40 minutes until vegetables are tender but not mushy. (30–40 minutes)
  8. If stew is too thin, mix 1 tablespoon flour with a little cold water to make a slurry. Stir into stew and cook for 5 minutes until thickened. Taste and adjust salt and pepper. Remove thyme sprigs and bay leaves before serving. (10 minutes)

Notes

For deeper flavor, prepare the stew a day ahead to allow flavors to meld. Use gluten-free flour substitutes and gluten-free beer or omit beer for gluten-free version. Browning the beef properly is key to flavor. Root vegetables should be cut uniformly to cook evenly. Stir gently during simmering to avoid breaking down meat and vegetables. The stew freezes well for up to 3 months.

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Keywords: Guinness beef stew, root vegetables, comfort food, Irish stew, slow simmer, hearty stew, beef chuck, homemade stew

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