Irish Roast Beef – Slow-cooked with root vegetables
- 3-4 pound beef roast (chuck or brisket)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 carrots, peeled and chopped
- 2 potatoes, peeled and chopped
- 1 parsnip, peeled and chopped
- 1 turnip, peeled and chopped
- 3 cups beef stock
- 1 cup stout beer (optional)
- 1 onion, quartered
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bouquet garni (thyme, rosemary, bay leaves)
Irish Roast Beef with root vegetables is a hearty and homey dish that showcases the simplicity and robust flavors of Irish cuisine. A beef roast, typically a chuck or brisket cut, is seasoned with salt, pepper, and traditional herbs before being seared to a beautiful brown crust. This roast is then placed in a slow cooker with a medley of root vegetables such as potatoes, carrots, parsnips, and turnips. The dish is simmered with beef stock, stout beer, and a bouquet garni, allowing the meat to become tender and the vegetables to absorb the rich, meaty flavors. It's ideal for a comforting family dinner or as the centrepiece of a festive meal on St. Patrick's Day. Enjoy the melt-in-your-mouth beef alongside the soft, flavourful vegetables.
Today, we're sharing a recipe from the esteemed kitchen of Sip and Feast, perfect for a comforting meal any day, especially to celebrate St. Patrick's Day. This Hearty Guinness Beef Stew combines tender chuck roast, aromatic vegetables, and the rich, malty flavor of Guinness stout into a dish that will warm your soul and satisfy your appetite.
Ingredients:
- 3 lbs chuck roast, trimmed and cut into chunks
- 2 medium onions, chopped into thick pieces
- 3-5 medium carrots (depending on size), cut into 1-inch chunks
- 2 celery ribs, chopped into ¾-inch pieces
- 1 large bay leaf
- 4 sprigs fresh thyme
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce (Worcestershire)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 oz tomato paste (half a can)
- 1 can (approx. 14 oz) Guinness Draught Stout
- 2 tablespoons sugar (to taste)
- 6 slices bacon, cut into large pieces
- 4 Yukon Gold potatoes, cut into large chunks
- 2 cups low sodium beef stock
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Cooking oil, as needed
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Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
Total Time: 2 hours 50 minutes
Equipment: Dutch oven, cutting board, knife, measuring utensils
Servings: 6-8
Instructions:
1. Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C). Prepare a rack to accommodate your Dutch oven with its lid.
2. Begin by prepping your vegetables and setting them aside. Chop the onions, carrots, and celery into the appropriate sizes as per the ingredient list.
3. Take a large Dutch oven and place it over medium heat. Add the bacon and cook, stirring occasionally, until the fat is rendered and the bacon is crispy, about 8 to 10 minutes. Remove the bacon and set aside, leaving the fat in the pot.
4. Season the chuck roast pieces with salt and pepper. In batches, sear the beef in the bacon fat until browned on all sides. Remove the beef and set aside.
5. In the same pot, add the onions, carrots, celery, garlic, and herbs. Cook, stirring frequently, until the vegetables start to soften.
6. Stir in the tomato paste and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
7. Gradually pour in the Guinness, using a wooden spoon to scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot.
8. Add the sugar, Worcestershire sauce, beef stock, bacon, and beef back into the pot. Bring to a simmer.
9. Cover the Dutch oven with its lid and place it in the preheated oven. Cook for about 2 hours, or until the beef is tender.
10. During the last 45 minutes of cooking, add the potatoes to the stew. Season with salt and pepper to taste. If the stew is too thick, add additional beef stock or water to reach your desired consistency.
11. Once the meat and potatoes are tender, remove the bay leaf and thyme sprigs. Adjust the seasoning if necessary.
12. Serve your Hearty Guinness Beef Stew in warm bowls with crusty bread on the side.
Cooking Tips:
- Feel free to adjust the vegetables by adding more or less, depending on preference and what you have on hand.
- Always taste for seasoning adjustment before serving.
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This recipe was created by Sip and Feast, and you can watch the entire cooking process on their YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@SipandFeast
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