Description

Slow Cooker Guinness Beef Stew is a rich, hearty dish that combines tender beef with savory vegetables and the deep flavor of Guinness . This easy-to-make stew is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for chilly days. The slow cooking process infuses the beef and vegetables with rich, complex flavors, creating a satisfying and flavorful meal. Ideal for family dinners or meal prepping, this stew is sure to become a go-to recipe.

Ingredients

2 tablespoons butter
2 pounds (900 g) well-marbled chuck beef roast, cut into 2-inch pieces
Kosher salt, to taste
2 cups chopped onion (about 1 large onion)
2 stalks celery, chopped
2 tablespoons tomato paste
3 cups (700 ml) beef broth
2 large carrots, peeled and cut into chunks
3 to 4 parsnips, peeled and cut into chunks
1/2 pound (280g) celery root, potatoes, or young turnips, peeled and cut into chunks
2 teaspoons dried thyme
4 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional)

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Instructions

Brown the beef: In a large skillet, melt butter over medium-high heat. Season beef with kosher salt and brown in batches for 4-5 minutes per batch. Transfer beef to slow cooker.
Sauté the vegetables: In the same skillet, cook chopped onion and celery for 3-4 minutes until softened. Stir in tomato paste and cook for an additional minute.
Transfer to slow cooker: Add sautéed vegetables, beef broth, carrots, parsnips, and celery root (or potatoes/turnips) to slow cooker. Sprinkle in dried thyme.
Cook in the slow cooker: Cover and cook on low for 7-8 hours until beef is tender and vegetables are soft.
Finish and serve: Adjust seasoning with more salt if needed. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Serve: Serve the stew with crusty bread for dipping.

Notes

Add garlic: Sauté garlic with onion and celery for more flavor.
Potatoes or turnips: Use potatoes or young turnips for the base root vegetable, but celery root adds a unique taste.
Spicy kick: Add red pepper flakes or fresh chilies for a spicy twist.
Vegetarian version: Replace beef with mushrooms, eggplant, or butternut squash and use vegetable broth for a hearty vegetarian stew.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 7-8 hours (slow cooker)
Category: Side Dish
Method: Slow Cooker
Cuisine: Irish