LAMB GUINNESS STEW | HEARTY & FLAVORFUL IRISH STEW | HAPPY ST. PATRICK'S DAY!

Guinness stout

🥗Healthier: non-alcoholic stout

💰Cheaper: dark beer

Non-alcoholic stout provides similar flavor without alcohol.

lamb shoulder

🥗Healthier: chicken thighs

💰Cheaper: beef chuck

Chicken thighs are leaner and more affordable.

beef broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water + bouillon cubes

Vegetable broth is lower in calories and cost.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is more budget-friendly.

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Season lamb shoulder with salt and black pepper, then brown in batches until golden, about 5-7 minutes.

Remove lamb and set aside, then add onions and garlic to the pot, cooking until softened, about 3-4 minutes.

Add carrots and mushrooms, stirring for another 3-4 minutes until they begin to soften.

Sprinkle flour over the vegetables and stir to combine, cooking for 1-2 minutes to eliminate raw flour taste.

Pour in Guinness stout, scraping the bottom of the pot to deglaze, and bring to a simmer.

Return lamb to the pot, then add beef broth, thyme, bay leaves, and potatoes.

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 1.5-2 hours until lamb is tender.

Stir occasionally, adjusting seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.

Remove bay leaves and thyme sprigs before serving.

Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

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