This Guinness beef stew is a very simple dish, but at the same time, it has a deep, complex, rich flavor. The maltiness of dark beer really does amazing things for the gravy. I served this in a nice ring of green onion-mashed potatoes. I hope you give this a try, whether for Saint Patrick’s Day or any time of the year.
This hearty Guinness beef stew recipe is perfect for cozy days at home.
Guinness Beef Stew Ingredients
These are the ingredients you'll need to make this filling Guinness beef stew recipe:
· Bacon: This Guinness stew starts with bacon. You’ll use the bacon and the bacon fat to cook the beef.· Beef: Cut your boneless beef chuck into 2-inch pieces.· Seasonings and herbs: This flavorful beef stew is seasoned with salt, black pepper, fresh garlic, white sugar, and fresh thyme.· Beer: Of course, you’ll need a can of dark beer (such as Guinness).· Vegetables: This chunky Guinness stew features onions, carrots, and celery.· Tomato paste: Tomato paste adds richness and flavor depth.· Stock: Use store-bought or homemade broth. You can use chicken or beef stock.· Mashed potatoes: Mashed potatoes are optional, but they make a great bed for the Guinness stew. Try our top-rated Basic Mashed Potatoes recipe.
How to Make Guinness Beef Stew
You'll find the full, step-by-step recipe below — but here's a brief overview of what you can expect when you make Guinness stew at home:
1. Cook the bacon. Transfer the bacon to a stew pot, but leave the fat in the skillet.2. Cook the beef cubes in the fat. Place the browned beef in the stew pot.3. Cook the onions and garlic in the fat. Pour the beer in and stir.4. Transfer the contents of the skillet to the pot. Add the remaining ingredients.5. Simmer until the meat is tender, then bring to a boil.6. Serve in bowls or over mashed potatoes.
What to Serve With Guinness Beef Stew
If you don't serve the Guinness stew over potatoes, you might want to consider pairing it with bread to soak up all those delicious juices. Here are a few mouthwatering ideas:
· French Baguettes· Classic Dinner Rolls· Basic Corn Muffins
For more inspiration, explore our collection of 20 Easy Bread Recipes to Make at Home.
How to Store Guinness Beef Stew
Store your Guinness beef stew in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to five days. Reheat thoroughly in the microwave or on the stove.
Cookdap Community Tips and Praise
"This is the closest to the stew I had at the Guinness brewery," says one Cookdap community member. "It's the best. One thing I learned is you need to follow the steps in the recipe and not take shortcuts."
“This stew is fantastic,” according to Sue Gordon. “I used beef broth instead of chicken broth, and about a teaspoon of dried thyme in place of fresh.”
“I made this on a beautiful fall Sunday,” says j. cook. “It was fun to make and just delicious. The flavors just melded together perfectly. It’s a keeper!”
Ingredients
- 4 slices bacon, cut into small pieces
- 2 ½ pounds boneless beef chuck, cut into 2-inch pieces
- 1 ½ teaspoons salt, divided, or more to taste
- freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 2 onions, coarsely chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (14.9 ounce) can dark beer (such as Guinness®)
- ¼ cup tomato paste
- 3 carrots, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 2 stalks celery, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 4 sprigs fresh thyme
- 1 teaspoon white sugar
- ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, or to taste
- 2 ½ cups chicken stock, or as needed to cover
- 4 cups mashed potatoes (Optional)
Directions
Step 1
Cook and stir bacon in a heavy skillet over medium-high heat until bacon is browned and crisp, 3 to 4 minutes. Turn off the heat and transfer bacon into a large stew pot, reserving bacon fat in the skillet.
Step 2
Season beef chuck cubes generously with 1 teaspoon salt and black pepper to taste. Turn heat to high under the skillet and sear beef pieces in the hot fat on both sides until browned, about 5 minutes. Place beef in the stew pot with bacon, leaving fat in the skillet. Turn heat down to medium; cook and stir onions in the retained fat in the skillet until lightly browned, 5 to 8 minutes; season with a large pinch of salt.
Step 3
Cook garlic with onions until soft, about 1 minute. Pour beer into the skillet and stir with a wooden spoon, scraping up and dissolving any browned bits of food into the liquid. Pour cooking liquid from the skillet into the stew pot. Stir in tomato paste, carrots, celery, thyme sprigs, sugar, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, and enough chicken broth to cover.
Step 4
Bring stew to a gentle simmer, stirring to combine; reduce heat to low and cover pot. Simmer stew until beef is fork-tender, about 2 hours. Stir stew occasionally and skim fat or foam if desired.
Step 5
Remove cover and raise heat to medium-high. Bring stew to a low boil and cook until stew has slightly thickened, 15 to 20 minutes. Remove and discard thyme sprigs and adjust salt and pepper to taste.
Step 6
Arrange mashed potatoes in a ring in a serving bowl; ladle stew into the center of the potatoes.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 6 | |
Calories 528 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat25g | 32% |
Saturated Fat10g | 48% |
Cholesterol96mg | 32% |
Sodium1605mg | 70% |
Total Carbohydrate42g | 15% |
Dietary Fiber5g | 18% |
Total Sugars9g | |
Protein29g | |
Vitamin C20mg | 100% |
Calcium91mg | 7% |
Iron4mg | 22% |
Potassium1015mg | 22% |
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
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- by: Quilter
- 11 years ago
Great recipe! I used beef broth instead of chicken and we loved this stew. Many stews seem to lack a bit in flavor but not this one. We had it with mashed potatoes. I will definitely be keeping a supply of Guinness on hand just for this stew. Thanks Chef John! I do love your recipes!
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- by: Quilter
- 11 years ago
Great recipe! I used beef broth instead of chicken and we loved this stew. Many stews seem to lack a bit in flavor but not this one. We had it with mashed potatoes. I will definitely be keeping a supply of Guinness on hand just for this stew. Thanks Chef John! I do love your recipes!
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- by: Donna
- 11 years ago
I made this recipe for a family Christmas party using smoked, overly cooked (i.e. DRIED OUT!)leftover brisket. I was hoping the cooking slow and low in the Guinness would tenderize and moisten the brisket. It turned out FANTASTIC and there were NO leftovers, sorry to say! LOL! I made it the next day for my family, again using this overcooked, smoked brisket and it turned out just as great! THIS is DEFINITELY a keeper!! (I didn’t use any sugar. That’s the only adjustment I made, except for the dried out meat I used!) A GREAT way to use up meat that turned out too dry and tough! Thanks for this recipe, Chef John!!
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- by: Donna
- 11 years ago
I made this recipe for a family Christmas party using smoked, overly cooked (i.e. DRIED OUT!)leftover brisket. I was hoping the cooking slow and low in the Guinness would tenderize and moisten the brisket. It turned out FANTASTIC and there were NO leftovers, sorry to say! LOL! I made it the next day for my family, again using this overcooked, smoked brisket and it turned out just as great! THIS is DEFINITELY a keeper!! (I didn’t use any sugar. That’s the only adjustment I made, except for the dried out meat I used!) A GREAT way to use up meat that turned out too dry and tough! Thanks for this recipe, Chef John!!
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- by: Ericajohn
- 11 years ago
I was hesitant to make this because I hate Guinness, but I’m SO glad I took a chance…It turned out amazing! Both my?husband and I loved it. I planned to follow the recipe exactly. However, my son felt like being a handful while I was cooking, so I accidentally left out one (of the two) onions…still turned out great! Used my dutch oven. Will be making again soon!
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- by: Ericajohn
- 11 years ago
I was hesitant to make this because I hate Guinness, but I’m SO glad I took a chance…It turned out amazing! Both my?husband and I loved it. I planned to follow the recipe exactly. However, my son felt like being a handful while I was cooking, so I accidentally left out one (of the two) onions…still turned out great! Used my dutch oven. Will be making again soon!
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- by: Andrea Devine
- 11 years ago
I think it was awfully good! (I followed the original recipe conscientiously and precisely!) My only dissatisfaction was that I (and at least part of my family) found it to be salty. I can see where I can reduce the salt: in the original meat preparation; after adding onions… The bacon fat called for in the intial searing is great, but I do think it’s a source of salty flavor. I’ll stick with that, and cut the other salt sources. This one IS a KEEPER!
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- by: Andrea Devine
- 11 years ago
I think it was awfully good! (I followed the original recipe conscientiously and precisely!) My only dissatisfaction was that I (and at least part of my family) found it to be salty. I can see where I can reduce the salt: in the original meat preparation; after adding onions… The bacon fat called for in the intial searing is great, but I do think it’s a source of salty flavor. I’ll stick with that, and cut the other salt sources. This one IS a KEEPER!
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- by: Uncle Ernie
- 10 years ago
This stew has a great flavor, don’t be afraid to use Guiness. It will not be bitter, even if you omit the sugar like I did. I used only one pot: rendered the bacon-removed it; dredged 3.75 lbs. beef in flour (with salt and pepper) browned it-removed it; cooked the onions and garlic; deglazed with Guiness; added 26 oz. of beef stock (instead of chicken stock) tomato paste, thyme, and vegetables; put the beef and bacon back in; simmered for 2 hours and then used a gravy separator and some corn starch to thicken the gravy (made 4.5 cups gravy). Go easy on the salt, there is enough in the beef stock. Served it just like in the picture!
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- by: Uncle Ernie
- 10 years ago
This stew has a great flavor, don’t be afraid to use Guiness. It will not be bitter, even if you omit the sugar like I did. I used only one pot: rendered the bacon-removed it; dredged 3.75 lbs. beef in flour (with salt and pepper) browned it-removed it; cooked the onions and garlic; deglazed with Guiness; added 26 oz. of beef stock (instead of chicken stock) tomato paste, thyme, and vegetables; put the beef and bacon back in; simmered for 2 hours and then used a gravy separator and some corn starch to thicken the gravy (made 4.5 cups gravy). Go easy on the salt, there is enough in the beef stock. Served it just like in the picture!
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- by: Grampnana
- 10 years ago
A great stew! Our bacon was of the peppered variety, so left off any additional salt and pepper (thankfully, as there was plenty of both). The chuck steaks were a dollar per pound cheaper, so bought a little over two pounds and cubed them. Also, could not find Guinness, so used Coors and don’t know if this made a difference. To the beef (not chicken) stock, added some cleaned baby portabella mushrooms and liquified in the blender so that DH could not distinguish them, as he will not eat mushrooms if he can see them, lol. Used baby carrots with great success and left out the celery. Completely forgot the thyme, both at the store and while cooking, but will try to remember this next time. Near the end of cooking, thickened the gravy somewhat by removing some of the juices to cool and mixing in flour. Also made the mashed potatoes with very little butter and cream and no additional salt or pepper because of salt and pepper in the stew itself. Very tasty, as are all of Chef John’s creations!
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- by: Grampnana
- 10 years ago
A great stew! Our bacon was of the peppered variety, so left off any additional salt and pepper (thankfully, as there was plenty of both). The chuck steaks were a dollar per pound cheaper, so bought a little over two pounds and cubed them. Also, could not find Guinness, so used Coors and don’t know if this made a difference. To the beef (not chicken) stock, added some cleaned baby portabella mushrooms and liquified in the blender so that DH could not distinguish them, as he will not eat mushrooms if he can see them, lol. Used baby carrots with great success and left out the celery. Completely forgot the thyme, both at the store and while cooking, but will try to remember this next time. Near the end of cooking, thickened the gravy somewhat by removing some of the juices to cool and mixing in flour. Also made the mashed potatoes with very little butter and cream and no additional salt or pepper because of salt and pepper in the stew itself. Very tasty, as are all of Chef John’s creations!
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- by: WILKBROWN
- 10 years ago
This smelled amazing as it was cooking. I dissolved about a tablespoon of flour into some of the cooking liquid and added it back into the pot to help thicken it up. The taste was a little more bitter than I expected, but not in an overpowering way. It was fabulous with the garlic mashed potatoes I made. Not sure how it will be on its own, but I’ll find out when I eat the leftovers tomorrow.
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- by: WILKBROWN
- 10 years ago
This smelled amazing as it was cooking. I dissolved about a tablespoon of flour into some of the cooking liquid and added it back into the pot to help thicken it up. The taste was a little more bitter than I expected, but not in an overpowering way. It was fabulous with the garlic mashed potatoes I made. Not sure how it will be on its own, but I’ll find out when I eat the leftovers tomorrow.
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- by: Maryyyy
- 10 years ago
Had to change some measurements because I didn’t have correct amounts on hand: I didn’t quite cover my veggies (added turnips) with chicken broth, so used 2 11 ounce bottles of Guinness, didn’t have fresh thyme so I used a teaspoon of ground instead, added a full 6 oz can of tomato paste (what am I going to do with a leftover 4 oz?) and then added a teaspoon of turmeric for good measure. It all cooked down quite nicely, no need to add flour to thicken, I’m guessing maybe from some of the starches released from the turnips? Served it with cheesy green onion mashed potatoes. My husband doesn’t like beef stew in general and says he really liked this, so this recipe is a keeper.
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- by: Maryyyy
- 10 years ago
Had to change some measurements because I didn’t have correct amounts on hand: I didn’t quite cover my veggies (added turnips) with chicken broth, so used 2 11 ounce bottles of Guinness, didn’t have fresh thyme so I used a teaspoon of ground instead, added a full 6 oz can of tomato paste (what am I going to do with a leftover 4 oz?) and then added a teaspoon of turmeric for good measure. It all cooked down quite nicely, no need to add flour to thicken, I’m guessing maybe from some of the starches released from the turnips? Served it with cheesy green onion mashed potatoes. My husband doesn’t like beef stew in general and says he really liked this, so this recipe is a keeper.
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- by: Jessica Kantola
- 10 years ago
Absolutely delicious. I served it to my family with Irresistible Irish Soda Bread from this site and my toddler and husband gobbled it all up. Next time I make this, however, I will be sure to serve over potatoes or Colcannon as this only made enough for one meal for my 4 person family. Also, my 7-year-old turned her little nose up at it because of the intensity of flavor – which I think could have been dodged had I served it over mashed potatoes. We enjoyed it (except the 7 year old) but afterward decided that since it’s such a very flavorful stew, almost like a gravy, some sort of mashed potato accompaniment really is a must.
Another thought: I did use beef stock instead of chicken (beef is what I had on hand) and I wonder if using the chicken stock could have dialed down the strength of the stew. Going to go that way next time.
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- by: Jessica Kantola
- 10 years ago
Absolutely delicious. I served it to my family with Irresistible Irish Soda Bread from this site and my toddler and husband gobbled it all up. Next time I make this, however, I will be sure to serve over potatoes or Colcannon as this only made enough for one meal for my 4 person family. Also, my 7-year-old turned her little nose up at it because of the intensity of flavor – which I think could have been dodged had I served it over mashed potatoes. We enjoyed it (except the 7 year old) but afterward decided that since it’s such a very flavorful stew, almost like a gravy, some sort of mashed potato accompaniment really is a must.
Another thought: I did use beef stock instead of chicken (beef is what I had on hand) and I wonder if using the chicken stock could have dialed down the strength of the stew. Going to go that way next time.
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- by: Janenne
- 10 years ago
My family all loved this stew. My husband is an ok, but not great cook and doesn’t really care what he eats. I asked him to make this recipe since I was busy and it seemed easy. When he sat down to eat, he actually looked surprised and said “THIS is what I think of when I think of stew”. That is now a staple in our house. Its rich and really flavorful and easy to make.
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- by: Janenne
- 10 years ago
My family all loved this stew. My husband is an ok, but not great cook and doesn’t really care what he eats. I asked him to make this recipe since I was busy and it seemed easy. When he sat down to eat, he actually looked surprised and said “THIS is what I think of when I think of stew”. That is now a staple in our house. Its rich and really flavorful and easy to make.
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- by: Lolo_Brown
- 10 years ago
Made this for St. Patrick’s Day this year and it was AMAZING. Followed recipe except for the salt and pepper measurements. I don’t usually measure when seasoning with them. Just seasoned the meat generously and added a bit of salt with the onions when it said to. Did not add any at the end. Served it with some quick generic mashed potatoes and a Guinness of course. My roommates are already demanding I make it again next weekend, which I may just do, because there were no leftovers.
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- by: Lolo_Brown
- 10 years ago
Made this for St. Patrick’s Day this year and it was AMAZING. Followed recipe except for the salt and pepper measurements. I don’t usually measure when seasoning with them. Just seasoned the meat generously and added a bit of salt with the onions when it said to. Did not add any at the end. Served it with some quick generic mashed potatoes and a Guinness of course. My roommates are already demanding I make it again next weekend, which I may just do, because there were no leftovers.
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- by: Vick Chick
- 10 years ago
WOW! This was amazing! I made it for St. Patty’s Day yesterday served with green beer! Hubby said this is the best Irish dish! I doubled the recipe just so we can have left overs and followed it to a ‘T’ except I didn’t measure out the s&p, just generously seasoned the meat with both prior to browning. I also added diced mushrooms and thickened it up a little with flour whisked with water. Served over garlicky red mashed potatoes (see pic) and with the Irish Brown Bread from this site. Even my daughters raved about it! Personally I thought it needed a little more salt so next time may try it with beef stock instead. Love Chef John’s recipes!!! :o]
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- by: Vick Chick
- 10 years ago
WOW! This was amazing! I made it for St. Patty’s Day yesterday served with green beer! Hubby said this is the best Irish dish! I doubled the recipe just so we can have left overs and followed it to a ‘T’ except I didn’t measure out the s&p, just generously seasoned the meat with both prior to browning. I also added diced mushrooms and thickened it up a little with flour whisked with water. Served over garlicky red mashed potatoes (see pic) and with the Irish Brown Bread from this site. Even my daughters raved about it! Personally I thought it needed a little more salt so next time may try it with beef stock instead. Love Chef John’s recipes!!! :o]
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- by: Jill Sines
- 10 years ago
WOW!! I made this for my husband & I on St. Patrick’s Day and I agree, Guinness surely makes that toasty malt flavor addition a delight to the salivary glands 🙂 I did thicken the sauce a bit with cornstarch at the end of cooking as it was still too thin for me. My husband raved about it & doesn’t want to wait for another St. Patrick’s Day to come around before enjoying it again:) Neither do I—thank you so much, Chef John!!
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- by: Jill Sines
- 10 years ago
WOW!! I made this for my husband & I on St. Patrick’s Day and I agree, Guinness surely makes that toasty malt flavor addition a delight to the salivary glands 🙂 I did thicken the sauce a bit with cornstarch at the end of cooking as it was still too thin for me. My husband raved about it & doesn’t want to wait for another St. Patrick’s Day to come around before enjoying it again:) Neither do I—thank you so much, Chef John!!
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- by: Theicemage
- 10 years ago
I had leftover uncooked stir-fry beef and Guinness from a party, and made (something close to) this with them. It was fantastic! My other changes (due to ingredients available) were +zucchini, +russet potato, +diced tomatoes, -thyme, -tomato paste, -sugar. It makes a thick, tasty stew.
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- by: Theicemage
- 10 years ago
I had leftover uncooked stir-fry beef and Guinness from a party, and made (something close to) this with them. It was fantastic! My other changes (due to ingredients available) were +zucchini, +russet potato, +diced tomatoes, -thyme, -tomato paste, -sugar. It makes a thick, tasty stew.
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- by: Elena D3LV
- 10 years ago
Delicious!! I followed the recipe exactly and it was perfect. I will say that the whole fresh thyme sprigs were a waste of money. Yes, the stems were easy enough to remove but all the leaves stayed in the stew. I would use dried next time as I always have it on hand. I really don’t know what I could have added or substituted to make this any better.
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- by: Elena D3LV
- 10 years ago
Delicious!! I followed the recipe exactly and it was perfect. I will say that the whole fresh thyme sprigs were a waste of money. Yes, the stems were easy enough to remove but all the leaves stayed in the stew. I would use dried next time as I always have it on hand. I really don’t know what I could have added or substituted to make this any better.
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- by: Barb G.
- 10 years ago
I just got back from Ireland where I had Guinness stew. I reviewed lots of recipes and picked this. It is DELICIOUS!!!!! Next time, though, I will use 2/3 of the meat and more veggies. I cut up some potatoes to add to it versus mashed, but they and the celery dissolved into the stew by the end. Next time, a little less meat and more veggies. I will put the chopped celery and potatoes in later in the stewing process. Flavor is unbeatable.
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- by: Barb G.
- 10 years ago
I just got back from Ireland where I had Guinness stew. I reviewed lots of recipes and picked this. It is DELICIOUS!!!!! Next time, though, I will use 2/3 of the meat and more veggies. I cut up some potatoes to add to it versus mashed, but they and the celery dissolved into the stew by the end. Next time, a little less meat and more veggies. I will put the chopped celery and potatoes in later in the stewing process. Flavor is unbeatable.
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- by: AGEHLKE
- 10 years ago
I’ve been looking for a good stew recipe for many years and after trying about five or six different recipes from this website alone I was ready to give up. My teenage son has always told me he does not like stew but I was determined to find one that we could all enjoy. This one sounded interesting with dark beer in the ingredient so I thought I would try it. I couldn’t find Guinness so I purchased another dark beer. One other change was that I used tomato sauce since I had no tomato paste. After cooking the bacon and browning the beef I put everything in a crock pot for six hours on low. I was very pleasantly surprised at how good this stew turned out and my son enjoyed it as well! This will be my go to stew recipe! Yum!
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- by: AGEHLKE
- 10 years ago
I’ve been looking for a good stew recipe for many years and after trying about five or six different recipes from this website alone I was ready to give up. My teenage son has always told me he does not like stew but I was determined to find one that we could all enjoy. This one sounded interesting with dark beer in the ingredient so I thought I would try it. I couldn’t find Guinness so I purchased another dark beer. One other change was that I used tomato sauce since I had no tomato paste. After cooking the bacon and browning the beef I put everything in a crock pot for six hours on low. I was very pleasantly surprised at how good this stew turned out and my son enjoyed it as well! This will be my go to stew recipe! Yum!
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- by: Mike
- 10 years ago
I don’t normally rate foods, but this was probably the best thing I’ve ever fixed. I’m doing weight watchers and this was fairly easy to calculate (for points). The meat was extremely tender and I used Guinness Extra Stout. Man this was good…and smelling it cook for over 2 hours just makes you want it more. Awesome, awesome recipe! Thanks!
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- by: Mike
- 10 years ago
I don’t normally rate foods, but this was probably the best thing I’ve ever fixed. I’m doing weight watchers and this was fairly easy to calculate (for points). The meat was extremely tender and I used Guinness Extra Stout. Man this was good…and smelling it cook for over 2 hours just makes you want it more. Awesome, awesome recipe! Thanks!
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- by: Jewels
- 10 years ago
This was very good. I did not have any Tomato Paste. I added 1/3 cup of Ketchup (cringe) and did not add the sugar. Came out great. I used a 11.? ounce bottle of Guinness that was in the back of the fridge! Chef John comes through again. Served with mashed potatoes and green beans. The men in my house were happy!
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- by: Jewels
- 10 years ago
This was very good. I did not have any Tomato Paste. I added 1/3 cup of Ketchup (cringe) and did not add the sugar. Came out great. I used a 11.? ounce bottle of Guinness that was in the back of the fridge! Chef John comes through again. Served with mashed potatoes and green beans. The men in my house were happy!
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- by: Christineinpa
- 10 years ago
Made this stew last night and served it with mashed potatoes. The family LOVED it. I have been making beef stew for years, and this was the best yet. The flavors are delicious and I especially like that it does not require flour or cornstarch as a thickener. Chef John, thank you for sharing this recipe, it is all that you described and definitely a keeper.
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- by: Christineinpa
- 10 years ago
Made this stew last night and served it with mashed potatoes. The family LOVED it. I have been making beef stew for years, and this was the best yet. The flavors are delicious and I especially like that it does not require flour or cornstarch as a thickener. Chef John, thank you for sharing this recipe, it is all that you described and definitely a keeper.
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- by: Sally Buckwalter
- 10 years ago
Awesome – very easy to make and received rave reviews from my husband and another couple. I threw it together, put it in the dutch oven and simmered it for 3 hours. It has delicious flavor. I didn’t get to eat any of the left overs as they were “called” by husband. Serve it with yukon gold mashed potatoes. I added beef bones to the pot and took them out b4 serving.
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- by: Sally Buckwalter
- 10 years ago
Awesome – very easy to make and received rave reviews from my husband and another couple. I threw it together, put it in the dutch oven and simmered it for 3 hours. It has delicious flavor. I didn’t get to eat any of the left overs as they were “called” by husband. Serve it with yukon gold mashed potatoes. I added beef bones to the pot and took them out b4 serving.
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- by: Chalayne Orsak
- 10 years ago
OK, I have been using allrecipies.com for as long as I can remember. I have never left a review on anything good or bad. My husbands favorite thing for me to cook is stew, but I never found anything that we all felt was THE STEW until now. This is AMAZING. Also, let me say, I am feeding a VERY finicky husband, a even MORE finicky 9 yr old, a 6 yr old and a 5 yr old. Each of whom LOVED this. The only thing diff I did was add more veggies, coat the meat in flour before I browned it, I couldn’t find Guinness so I used some other dark beer, (it was a pint and 6 oz, used it all) 2 cans off beef broth, and dried thyme instead of fresh. I also made as another poster suggested the Irish soda bread from this site…and put the stew over chunks of that in bowls. Again, to die for. Thank you SO MUCH for this recipe, my 4 yr long search for “THE STEW” is over!!
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- by: Chalayne Orsak
- 10 years ago
OK, I have been using allrecipies.com for as long as I can remember. I have never left a review on anything good or bad. My husbands favorite thing for me to cook is stew, but I never found anything that we all felt was THE STEW until now. This is AMAZING. Also, let me say, I am feeding a VERY finicky husband, a even MORE finicky 9 yr old, a 6 yr old and a 5 yr old. Each of whom LOVED this. The only thing diff I did was add more veggies, coat the meat in flour before I browned it, I couldn’t find Guinness so I used some other dark beer, (it was a pint and 6 oz, used it all) 2 cans off beef broth, and dried thyme instead of fresh. I also made as another poster suggested the Irish soda bread from this site…and put the stew over chunks of that in bowls. Again, to die for. Thank you SO MUCH for this recipe, my 4 yr long search for “THE STEW” is over!!
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- by: CEJONES
- 10 years ago
Excellent! Used beef round instead of chuck. Used a bit more carrot and celery. Used 2 tsp dried thyme. Used leeks instead of onion. Used 1 pot only – did bacon, removed. Did beef removed. Did leeks/garlic, then added everything else back in. Put about 6 TBS flour and 1/2 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp pepper in ziplock bag and shook meat in it to coat, then browned. Took about 1.5 hrs to cook or less covered (used cast iron dutch oven), then uncovered for the 15-20 min. It is one of our favorites!
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- by: CEJONES
- 10 years ago
Excellent! Used beef round instead of chuck. Used a bit more carrot and celery. Used 2 tsp dried thyme. Used leeks instead of onion. Used 1 pot only – did bacon, removed. Did beef removed. Did leeks/garlic, then added everything else back in. Put about 6 TBS flour and 1/2 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp pepper in ziplock bag and shook meat in it to coat, then browned. Took about 1.5 hrs to cook or less covered (used cast iron dutch oven), then uncovered for the 15-20 min. It is one of our favorites!
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- by: Jim Tavernier
- 10 years ago
Made this stew along with Irish soda bread- great combination! Recipe was easy to follow and it gave the house a good smell as it simmered all afternoon. Guinness adds a good flavor to build on. I didn’t change anything and was quite pleased with the outcome. I’ll be making this again… and again… and again!
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- by: Jim Tavernier
- 10 years ago
Made this stew along with Irish soda bread- great combination! Recipe was easy to follow and it gave the house a good smell as it simmered all afternoon. Guinness adds a good flavor to build on. I didn’t change anything and was quite pleased with the outcome. I’ll be making this again… and again… and again!
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- by: Franco
- 10 years ago
Tasted good to me but unfortunately I didn’t have anyone to try it out on as my kids wouldn’t try it. Made it as detailed although I cooked it in an stock pot which I think I should have added more cook down time. Next time I think I will add more carrots. Looks and tastes good.
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- by: Franco
- 10 years ago
Tasted good to me but unfortunately I didn’t have anyone to try it out on as my kids wouldn’t try it. Made it as detailed although I cooked it in an stock pot which I think I should have added more cook down time. Next time I think I will add more carrots. Looks and tastes good.
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- by: Grumpy1020x
- 10 years ago
This will be the firehall dinner tonight. WITH the Guinness as I’m aware the ETOH cooks out. The maltiness will be AMAZING as I can tell already. Cooked as directed, but I added a packet of onion soup mix in addition. I will make “smashed” potatoes as well in trying to keep with the “peasant” or “home style” of cooking it.
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- by: Grumpy1020x
- 10 years ago
This will be the firehall dinner tonight. WITH the Guinness as I’m aware the ETOH cooks out. The maltiness will be AMAZING as I can tell already. Cooked as directed, but I added a packet of onion soup mix in addition. I will make “smashed” potatoes as well in trying to keep with the “peasant” or “home style” of cooking it.
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- by: Harleydeluxegirl
- 10 years ago
This stew is the most delicious I have ever tried. I made it for our annual family cookie making gathering! Everyone came back for seconds, my son-in-law had 3 helpings! I doubled the recipe, used dried thyme. This recipe is a definite keeper. The mashed potatoes is a great way to serve it.
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- by: Harleydeluxegirl
- 10 years ago
This stew is the most delicious I have ever tried. I made it for our annual family cookie making gathering! Everyone came back for seconds, my son-in-law had 3 helpings! I doubled the recipe, used dried thyme. This recipe is a definite keeper. The mashed potatoes is a great way to serve it.
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- by: Ann-Marie Mccann
- 9 years ago
Made his last night for friends, cooked everything in my moms 50 year old cast iron Dutch oven, started on the stove then moved it into the oven on 300 then 250 for three hours. Paired with a nice Cabernet sav , some irish soda bread, some champs (mashed potatoe w butter and scallions) and followed with Eton Mess and a Warm Hug hot chocolate w irish liquor ) some irish music in background, we could’ve been there. Cooked for 10, and 8 of us left, not a spoonful left as everyone had heaping seconds.
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- by: Ann-Marie Mccann
- 9 years ago
Made his last night for friends, cooked everything in my moms 50 year old cast iron Dutch oven, started on the stove then moved it into the oven on 300 then 250 for three hours. Paired with a nice Cabernet sav , some irish soda bread, some champs (mashed potatoe w butter and scallions) and followed with Eton Mess and a Warm Hug hot chocolate w irish liquor ) some irish music in background, we could’ve been there. Cooked for 10, and 8 of us left, not a spoonful left as everyone had heaping seconds.
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- by: Ejlj
- 9 years ago
Loved this recipe!!! I did make some slight changes only because I wanted more veggies. As well as what the recipe called for, I added a few parsnips and some turnip. I also added a bit more garlic (it always mellows) and only had a bottle of Guiness (a little less than what was called for). To lighten the carb load, I served over a mixture of 1/2,potatoes & 1/2 cauliflower mashed together….nobody knew the difference!!! Yummy!! Can’t wait to make this again!!
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- by: Ejlj
- 9 years ago
Loved this recipe!!! I did make some slight changes only because I wanted more veggies. As well as what the recipe called for, I added a few parsnips and some turnip. I also added a bit more garlic (it always mellows) and only had a bottle of Guiness (a little less than what was called for). To lighten the carb load, I served over a mixture of 1/2,potatoes & 1/2 cauliflower mashed together….nobody knew the difference!!! Yummy!! Can’t wait to make this again!!
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- by: Simbyzoe
- 9 years ago
We have all decided this is a top 3 family recipe. From my 2 to 15-year-old, everyone inhales this. I make no changes bc it’s perfect as is. I make the french bread rolls to die for (also on this site). Trust me, you’ll want rolls to soak up every bit of this delicious gravy. So amazingly good and so easy to make a ring with the potatoes. My kids love the presentation as much as the meal.
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- by: Simbyzoe
- 9 years ago
We have all decided this is a top 3 family recipe. From my 2 to 15-year-old, everyone inhales this. I make no changes bc it’s perfect as is. I make the french bread rolls to die for (also on this site). Trust me, you’ll want rolls to soak up every bit of this delicious gravy. So amazingly good and so easy to make a ring with the potatoes. My kids love the presentation as much as the meal.
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- by: Patrick Mundy
- 9 years ago
I can?t wait to make this stew the right way! Here?s the deal — I messed the recipe up so bad that I was forced to drain off the chicken and Guinness broth and rinse the bacon, beef and vegetables. (Don?t ask?just chalk it up to being new in the kitchen). But this still turned out to be a 5 Star meal. It was so good that my wife requested we make it the next weekend and invite her boss over to try it! So if I make it correct the first time, this should be a three star Michelin Restaurant Guide recipe. I?m so glad we have leftovers!
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- by: Patrick Mundy
- 9 years ago
I can?t wait to make this stew the right way! Here?s the deal — I messed the recipe up so bad that I was forced to drain off the chicken and Guinness broth and rinse the bacon, beef and vegetables. (Don?t ask?just chalk it up to being new in the kitchen). But this still turned out to be a 5 Star meal. It was so good that my wife requested we make it the next weekend and invite her boss over to try it! So if I make it correct the first time, this should be a three star Michelin Restaurant Guide recipe. I?m so glad we have leftovers!
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- by: Rachel
- 9 years ago
This recipe was awesome! I followed precisely with the exception of thyme, which two grocery stores didn’t have in stock. I substituted with dried oregano & basil. This is definitely going to be a regular favorite in my house. When I make it again I’ll try thyme if it’s available. Big thumbs up Chef John!
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- by: Rachel
- 9 years ago
This recipe was awesome! I followed precisely with the exception of thyme, which two grocery stores didn’t have in stock. I substituted with dried oregano & basil. This is definitely going to be a regular favorite in my house. When I make it again I’ll try thyme if it’s available. Big thumbs up Chef John!
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- by: Joely
- 9 years ago
This is the best stew ever, my husband loved every bite. If you want it to be a bit thicker of a stew add 3 tbsp of flower throughly mixed into 1 cup of water, make sure there are no clumps, add this mixture to the stew and stir it in. It makes the stew a bit thicker and even more delicious!
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- by: Joely
- 9 years ago
This is the best stew ever, my husband loved every bite. If you want it to be a bit thicker of a stew add 3 tbsp of flower throughly mixed into 1 cup of water, make sure there are no clumps, add this mixture to the stew and stir it in. It makes the stew a bit thicker and even more delicious!
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- by: Rachel Goulart
- 9 years ago
Love this stew! I’ve made it many times now and I can’t make regular beef stew anymore, it’s just not the same! The only thing I did different is I used dried thyme instead of a sprig, as I didn’t have any on hand. Also, I toss the meat in a ziplock bag and coat it in flour before cooking. I feel that helps to thicken the stew. I love the addition of baccon, gives off such a nice flavor. This is currently cooking on my stove as I type this, actually. We’re having people over for an Irish themed night since St Patty’s is right around the corner and I can’t wait for everyone to try it!! Thanks for the great recipe!
(Dec 2015) Just wanted to come back and say everyone loved it! They all agreed that I have to make it every year now. I’m ok with that 😉
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- by: Rachel Goulart
- 9 years ago
Love this stew! I’ve made it many times now and I can’t make regular beef stew anymore, it’s just not the same! The only thing I did different is I used dried thyme instead of a sprig, as I didn’t have any on hand. Also, I toss the meat in a ziplock bag and coat it in flour before cooking. I feel that helps to thicken the stew. I love the addition of baccon, gives off such a nice flavor. This is currently cooking on my stove as I type this, actually. We’re having people over for an Irish themed night since St Patty’s is right around the corner and I can’t wait for everyone to try it!! Thanks for the great recipe!
(Dec 2015) Just wanted to come back and say everyone loved it! They all agreed that I have to make it every year now. I’m ok with that 😉
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- by: Rob Martindill
- 9 years ago
We really enjoyed this recipe and will absolutely make it again and again. I accidentally discarded the bacon fat so I used olive oil instead and it still turned out delicious. I bet the bacon grease would have made it even better if that’s possible! Highly recommend. We served it over mashed potatoes.
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- by: Rob Martindill
- 9 years ago
We really enjoyed this recipe and will absolutely make it again and again. I accidentally discarded the bacon fat so I used olive oil instead and it still turned out delicious. I bet the bacon grease would have made it even better if that’s possible! Highly recommend. We served it over mashed potatoes.
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- by: Cindyst
- 9 years ago
I am not a lover of stew, but I make it because my husband is. Because of that, I didn’t expect much from this recipe. I used beef broth instead of chicken and I had vegetable juice (V8) so I used 1+1/2 cups of that for the tomato paste. Cooked this in a crock-pot 6ish hours on high and much to my surprise, it really did turn out well. I even went back for a second bowl. Oh yes, my husband also enjoyed a second bowl.
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- by: Cindyst
- 9 years ago
I am not a lover of stew, but I make it because my husband is. Because of that, I didn’t expect much from this recipe. I used beef broth instead of chicken and I had vegetable juice (V8) so I used 1+1/2 cups of that for the tomato paste. Cooked this in a crock-pot 6ish hours on high and much to my surprise, it really did turn out well. I even went back for a second bowl. Oh yes, my husband also enjoyed a second bowl.
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- by: Jenlikestobake
- 9 years ago
This smelled great while it was cooking, but I found the broth too thin and the flavor too salty for my taste. I did substitute beef broth for the chicken broth, maybe that’s saltier? I’ll definitely try it again, it’s a great and hearty stew that really fills you up! But next time I’ll cut down on the salt and for that last 20 mins of cooking I’ll stir in a cornstarch/water mixture to help thicken it up. The stew went really well with a basic beer bread.
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- by: Jenlikestobake
- 9 years ago
This smelled great while it was cooking, but I found the broth too thin and the flavor too salty for my taste. I did substitute beef broth for the chicken broth, maybe that’s saltier? I’ll definitely try it again, it’s a great and hearty stew that really fills you up! But next time I’ll cut down on the salt and for that last 20 mins of cooking I’ll stir in a cornstarch/water mixture to help thicken it up. The stew went really well with a basic beer bread.
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- by: Kat
- 9 years ago
This was EXCELLENT,despite my errors. I didn’t have bacon, so used bacon grease to brown the meat and vegies, then forgot the sugar. The sugar wasn’t needed, though, so it was ok. I even had to add another 1/2 can of Guinness because I cooked it so long it thickened too much.
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- by: Kat
- 9 years ago
This was EXCELLENT,despite my errors. I didn’t have bacon, so used bacon grease to brown the meat and vegies, then forgot the sugar. The sugar wasn’t needed, though, so it was ok. I even had to add another 1/2 can of Guinness because I cooked it so long it thickened too much.
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- by: Winkyface
- 9 years ago
I made this tonight for St. Patrick’s Day. It was awesome! I used beef broth instead of chicken broth, used a bit of corn starch to make a slurry to thicken the liquid, and I added 1 cup of frozen peas for more color. I am definitely adding this to my go-to comfort food recipes!
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- by: Winkyface
- 9 years ago
I made this tonight for St. Patrick’s Day. It was awesome! I used beef broth instead of chicken broth, used a bit of corn starch to make a slurry to thicken the liquid, and I added 1 cup of frozen peas for more color. I am definitely adding this to my go-to comfort food recipes!
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