Name: Guinness & Tallow Beef Stew
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 3 h 30 min
Total time: 4 h
Cuisine: Irish
Ingredients: – 2 pounds beef chuck, cut into 1-inch cubes; – 2 tablespoons olive oil; – 1 large onion, diced; – 3 carrots, peeled and sliced; – 3 celery stalks, sliced; – 4 cloves garlic, minced; – 1 cup Guinness stout; – 2 cups beef broth; – 2 tablespoons tomato paste; – 2 bay leaves; – 1 teaspoon dried thyme; – 1 teaspoon dried rosemary; – Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste; – 1/4 cup beef tallow; – 2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cubed

Description

Indulge in the rich, complex flavors of this Guinness & Tallow Beef Stew. Tender beef simmers in a Guinness-infused broth, enhanced by the richness of beef tallow, creating a truly unforgettable comfort food classic.

Ingredients

– 2 pounds beef chuck, cut into 1-inch cubes

– 2 tablespoons olive oil

– 1 large onion, diced

– 3 carrots, peeled and sliced

– 3 celery stalks, sliced

– 4 cloves garlic, minced

– 1 cup Guinness stout

– 2 cups beef broth

– 2 tablespoons tomato paste

– 2 bay leaves

– 1 teaspoon dried thyme

– 1 teaspoon dried rosemary

– Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

– 1/4 cup beef tallow

– 2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cubed

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Instructions

1. In a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.

2. Working in batches if necessary, brown the beef cubes on all sides, about 2-3 minutes per batch. Transfer the browned beef to a plate.

3. Reduce the heat to medium, and add the onion, carrots, and celery to the pot. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, until the vegetables are softened.

4. Add the garlic and sauté for 1 minute, until fragrant.

5. Pour in the Guinness, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot.

6. Stir in the beef broth, tomato paste, bay leaves, thyme, and rosemary. Season with salt and pepper.

7. Return the browned beef and any accumulated juices to the pot. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 2 hours.

8. Add the beef tallow and potatoes to the pot. Cover and continue simmering for an additional 1-2 hours, or until the beef and potatoes are very tender.

9. Discard the bay leaves. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

10. Serve the Guinness & Tallow Beef Stew hot, with crusty bread on the side.

Notes

For a richer flavor, use a combination of beef tallow and butter. You can also substitute the Guinness with another Irish stout or dark beer. Garnish with fresh parsley or thyme for an extra touch of freshness.

Prep Time: 30
Cook Time: 210
Category: Soups, Stews & Chili
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: Irish, American