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Cozy One-Pot Guinness Beef and Mushroom Stew

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A hearty and comforting one-pot stew featuring tender beef, earthy mushrooms, and rich Guinness stout, perfect for cozy nights and simple family dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds beef chuck roast, cut into 1½-inch cubes
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 large yellow onion, diced
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 12 ounces cremini mushrooms, sliced
  • 3 medium carrots, peeled and sliced
  • 2 cups beef broth (low-sodium recommended)
  • 1½ cups Guinness stout beer
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 3 sprigs fresh thyme (or 1 teaspoon dried thyme)
  • 2 bay leaves
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • Crusty bread, for serving

Instructions

  1. Pat the beef cubes dry with paper towels and season generously with salt and pepper. Slice mushrooms, dice onions, mince garlic, and slice carrots.
  2. Toss the beef cubes with flour in a large bowl until evenly coated. Shake off excess flour.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add beef in batches and brown on all sides, about 3-4 minutes per batch. Remove browned beef to a plate.
  4. Reduce heat to medium. Add butter, then onions and garlic. Cook until onions are translucent, about 4 minutes. Add mushrooms and carrots, cook until mushrooms release moisture and start to brown, about 6-8 minutes.
  5. Pour in Guinness stout, scraping the bottom to loosen browned bits. Let simmer for 2-3 minutes to reduce slightly.
  6. Return beef to the pot. Stir in beef broth, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, thyme sprigs, and bay leaves. Bring to a gentle simmer.
  7. Cover with lid slightly ajar and cook on low heat for about 1½ hours, stirring occasionally, until beef is tender and stew thickened. Add broth or water if too thick.
  8. Remove thyme sprigs and bay leaves. Taste and adjust salt and pepper. Stir in a small pat of butter for extra richness if desired.
  9. Ladle stew into bowls and serve with slices of crusty bread. Optionally garnish with fresh parsley.

Notes

Brown beef in batches to avoid steaming and ensure a good crust. Use fresh herbs when possible; dried herbs are more concentrated so use less. For gluten-free, substitute flour with cornstarch or gluten-free blend and check Worcestershire sauce. Flavors improve if made ahead and reheated gently. Add a splash of apple cider vinegar at the end if stew tastes flat.

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Keywords: Guinness stew, beef stew, mushroom stew, one-pot meal, comfort food, Irish recipe, slow cooked beef

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