☘️🍲IRISH GUINNESS BEEF STEW☘️🍲

Guinness stout

🥗Healthier: non-alcoholic stout

💰Cheaper: dark beer

Non-alcoholic stout reduces alcohol content while maintaining flavor.

beef chuck

🥗Healthier: lean beef

💰Cheaper: stewing beef

Stewing beef is often less expensive and still tender when cooked.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Vegetable oil is a budget-friendly alternative for sautéing.

beef broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water + bouillon cubes

Bouillon cubes are a cost-effective way to add flavor.

Cook bacon until fat is rendered and pieces are crispy, then drain on paper towel.

Chop beef shanks into 1-1.5 inch pieces, season with salt and pepper, and roll in flour until coated.

Heat olive oil in a large pot and brown the beef on all sides.

Add minced garlic and onions to the pot once the beef is almost browned.

Stir in tomato paste and all vegetables, then add bay leaves and thyme.

Pour in Modello dark beer and beef broth, stirring to combine.

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover, simmering for 2-4 hours, checking every 30 minutes.

After 2 hours, taste and adjust seasoning with salt as needed.

After 3.5 hours, add one large potato, cut into pieces, and cook for an additional 15-20 minutes until fork tender.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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