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Cozy Beef and Guinness Stew Recipe with Root Vegetables

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A hearty and soulful beef stew simmered with Guinness and root vegetables, perfect for warming up on chilly winter days. This recipe is simple, comforting, and packed with rich flavors.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds beef chuck roast, cut into 1 1/2-inch cubes
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour (30g), for coating the beef
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or vegetable oil
  • 1 large yellow onion, diced
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 3 medium carrots, peeled and cut into chunks
  • 2 medium parsnips, peeled and chopped
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 4 cups beef broth (960 ml), preferably low sodium
  • 1 bottle (12 oz / 355 ml) Guinness stout
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 3–4 sprigs fresh thyme or 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce (optional)
  • Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Pat the beef cubes dry with paper towels. Season generously with salt and pepper, then toss in the all-purpose flour until well-coated. (10 minutes)
  2. Heat the oil in a large heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the beef in batches, browning on all sides until a deep golden crust forms. Transfer browned beef to a plate. (15 minutes)
  3. Lower the heat to medium. Add diced onions and celery to the pot, cooking until softened and translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
  4. Stir in tomato paste, cooking for 2 minutes to caramelize slightly. Pour in the Guinness, scraping up browned bits from the bottom. Let it bubble for 3-4 minutes to mellow the alcohol and concentrate flavor.
  5. Return the beef to the pot along with carrots, parsnips, bay leaves, thyme, and Worcestershire sauce. Pour in beef broth, enough to just cover the ingredients. Bring to a gentle simmer, then reduce heat to low. Cover and cook for 2 to 2 1/2 hours, stirring occasionally. (120-150 minutes)
  6. After 2 hours, test the beef with a fork—it should be fork-tender and nearly falling apart. If not, continue cooking another 15-30 minutes.
  7. Remove bay leaves and thyme sprigs. Taste and adjust salt and pepper as needed. If the stew is too thin, simmer uncovered for 10 minutes to thicken.
  8. Ladle into bowls and sprinkle fresh chopped parsley on top. Optional: serve with crusty bread or creamy mashed potatoes.

Notes

For gluten-free, use a gluten-free flour blend or cornstarch instead of all-purpose flour and verify Worcestershire sauce is gluten-free. Browning the beef is essential for flavor. Let Guinness simmer to mellow bitterness. Make ahead for best flavor as stew improves overnight.

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Keywords: beef stew, Guinness stew, root vegetables, winter recipe, comfort food, slow cooked beef, hearty stew

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