Slow-Simmered Guinness Beef Stew with Root Vegetables

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A hearty Irish stew featuring tender beef chunks slow-cooked in Guinness stout with carrots, celery, and mushrooms for a rich, savory flavor. This irish-inspired st. patrick’s day ready in about 170 minutes pairs all-purpose flour, teaspoons, divided salt, teaspoons, divided ground black pepper for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart.

★ 4.3 (10 ratings) Prep: 20 min Cook: 150 min Serves 6 Irish cuisine 450 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a large bowl, whisk together 3/4 cup all-purpose flour, 2 teaspoons salt, and 1 teaspoon ground black pepper. Toss 2 pounds of beef chuck cubes in the flour mixture until evenly coated.
  2. Step 2: Heat 1/4 cup vegetable oil in a large heavy pot over medium-high heat. Working in batches, sear the floured beef cubes for 3-4 minutes per side until deeply browned. Remove and set aside.
  3. Step 3: In the same pot, add 1 large chopped yellow onion and sauté over medium heat for 5 minutes until softened and translucent. Add 4 minced garlic cloves and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Step 4: Stir in 2 tablespoons tomato paste and cook for 1 minute to deepen the flavor. Then pour in 12 ounces Guinness stout, scraping the bottom to deglaze the pot.
  5. Step 5: Add 2 cups beef broth, 1 tablespoon brown sugar, 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce, 3 sliced carrots, 2 chopped celery stalks, 8 ounces quartered mushrooms, 3 fresh thyme sprigs, and 2 bay leaves. Return the beef and any accumulated juices to the pot.
  6. Step 6: Bring to a simmer, cover the pot, reduce heat to low, and cook gently for 2 to 2.5 hours until the beef is fork-tender and the stew thickens.
  7. Step 7: Remove thyme sprigs and bay leaves, adjust salt and pepper to taste with the remaining 1 teaspoon salt and 1 teaspoon pepper. Serve hot with crusty bread.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Slow-Simmered Guinness Beef Stew with Root Vegetables take to make?

Total time is about 170 minutes (20 min prep + 150 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Slow-Simmered Guinness Beef Stew with Root Vegetables?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep all-purpose flour from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Slow-Simmered Guinness Beef Stew with Root Vegetables?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Slow-Simmered Guinness Beef Stew with Root Vegetables for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Slow-Simmered Guinness Beef Stew with Root Vegetables?

Irish st. patrick’s day like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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