Guinness Irish Stew

Ingredients and Weight:

• 2 lbs beef chuck roast, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 2 carrots, peeled and chopped
• 2 celery sticks, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 cups Guinness stout
• 2 cups beef broth
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 pound Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
• 1/2 cup frozen peas

Preparation Time:

30 minutes

Cooking Time:

2 hours

Difficulty Level:

2

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C).
2. In a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot, brown the beef cubes over medium heat. Remove the beef and set aside.
3. Add the onion, carrots, and celery to the pot and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
4. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute more.
5. Sprinkle the flour over the vegetables and cook, stirring constantly, for 1 minute.
6. Gradually whisk in the Guinness and beef broth until smooth.
7. Return the beef to the pot along with the Worcestershire sauce, thyme, salt, and pepper.
8. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 1 hour, or until the beef is tender.
9. Add the potatoes and continue simmering for 30 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.
10. Stir in the peas and cook for 5 minutes more.

Nutritional Information (per serving):

• Calories: 450
• Fat: 25g
• Saturated Fat: 9g
• Cholesterol: 70mg
• Sodium: 650mg
• Carbohydrates: 40g
• Dietary Fiber: 5g
• Protein: 30g

Dish Characteristics:

• Hearty and flavorful
• Comforting and perfect for a cold day
• Made with traditional Irish ingredients like Guinness stout
• Suitable for American taste with the addition of potatoes and peas

User Comments:

• "This stew is absolutely delicious! The Guinness gives it a rich and complex flavor."
• "I love that this recipe includes potatoes and peas. It makes it a more complete meal."
• "This is the best Irish stew I've ever had. It's so flavorful and comforting."
• "I highly recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and authentic Irish stew."
• "This stew is so easy to make. Even beginners can make it perfectly."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• If you don't have Guinness stout, you can substitute another dark beer like Newcastle Brown Ale or Murphy's Irish Stout.
• To make the stew thicker, cook it over low heat for an extended period of time.
• Serve the stew with crusty bread or mashed potatoes for a hearty meal.