GuiHearty Guinness Beef Stew with Tender Vegetables and Rich Herb Gravy

There’s nothing more comforting than a warm bowl of slow-cooked beef stew, especially when it’s infused with the deep, malty flavor of Guinness stout. This classic dish combines melt-in-your-mouth beef, hearty vegetables, and a savory herb-infused gravy that develops incredible richness as it simmers low and slow. Perfect for chilly evenings or family gatherings, this satisfying meal is best enjoyed with crusty bread, creamy mashed potatoes, or buttered noodles to soak up every last drop of the delicious sauce.

Ingredients

• 2 pounds beef chuck roast, cut into 1½-inch cubes
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large onion, diced
• 3 carrots, peeled and cut into large chunks
• 3 celery stalks, sliced
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tablespoon tomato paste
• 1 bottle (11–14 ounces) Guinness stout
• 2 cups beef broth
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 pound baby potatoes, halved
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch (optional)
• 2 tablespoons cold water
• Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

Instructions

1. Pat the beef cubes dry with paper towels, then coat them evenly with the flour, salt, and black pepper.
2. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Brown the beef in batches, allowing each piece to develop a rich, caramelized crust. Transfer the browned beef to your slow cooker.
3. Add the onion, carrots, celery, garlic, baby potatoes, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, dried thyme, and bay leaves to the slow cooker.
4. Pour in the Guinness stout followed by the beef broth, then gently stir everything together until well combined.
5. Cover and cook on Low for 8 hours or High for 4 to 5 hours, until the beef is incredibly tender and the vegetables are perfectly cooked.
6. For a thicker gravy, whisk the cornstarch with the cold water to create a slurry. Stir it into the stew during the final 20 minutes of cooking and allow the sauce to thicken.
7. Remove the bay leaves before serving. Sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley and enjoy with crusty bread, mashed potatoes, or buttered noodles.

Recipe Details

• Prep Time: 20 minutes
• Cook Time: 8 hours
• Total Time: 8 hours 20 minutes
• Servings: 6
• Calories: Approximately 445 per serving

This rich and flavorful Guinness Beef Stew is the ultimate comfort food, delivering tender beef, wholesome vegetables, and a velvety herb-infused gravy that’s sure to become a family favorite.