Slow Cooker Beef and Ale Stew
A comforting and deeply flavorful British beef and ale stew, perfect for a chilly day. Tender beef and root vegetables simmer slowly in a rich, savory ale-infused gravy.
Ingredients
- •1.5 lb Beef chuck roast (cut into 1.5-inch cubes)
- •2 tbsp All-purpose flour
- •1 tbsp Olive oil
- •1 piece Onion (large, chopped)
- •2 piece Carrots (medium, peeled and chopped)
- •2 piece Celery stalks (chopped)
- •3 clove Garlic (minced)
- •1 cup Beef broth
- •1 cup Dark ale or stout (e.g., Guinness, Newcastle Brown Ale)
- •2 tbsp Tomato paste
- •1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- •3 piece Fresh thyme sprigs
- •1 piece Bay leaf
- •1 lb Potatoes (small, such as baby reds or Yukon golds, quartered)
- •to taste to taste Salt
- •to taste to taste Black pepper
- •2 tbsp Fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish (optional))
Instructions
- 1.
Pat the beef cubes dry with paper towels. In a medium bowl, toss the beef with the all-purpose flour, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
Time: 5 min - 2.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Brown the beef in batches on all sides, about 2-3 minutes per batch. Do not overcrowd the pan. Transfer browned beef to the slow cooker.
Time: 10 min - 3.
Add the chopped onion, carrots, and celery to the same skillet. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until softened. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
Time: 7 min - 4.
Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 1 minute. Pour in the beef broth and dark ale, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Bring to a simmer.
Time: 3 min - 5.
Transfer the vegetable mixture and liquid to the slow cooker with the beef. Add the Worcestershire sauce, fresh thyme sprigs, and bay leaf. Stir gently to combine.
Time: 2 min - 6.
Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours, or on high for 3-4 hours, until the beef is fork-tender.
Time: 480 min - 7.
During the last hour of cooking, add the quartered potatoes to the slow cooker. Ensure they are submerged in the liquid. Continue cooking until the potatoes are tender.
Time: 60 min - 8.
Remove the thyme sprigs and bay leaf before serving. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley, if desired.
Time: 5 min
Tips
- 💡For an even richer flavor, you can add a few sliced mushrooms to the slow cooker along with the vegetables.
- 💡Serve this stew with crusty bread, mashed potatoes, or a side of steamed greens to soak up all the delicious gravy.
- 💡If the gravy isn't thick enough, you can remove about 1/2 cup of liquid, whisk in 1 tablespoon of cornstarch, and return it to the slow cooker for the last 30 minutes of cooking.
Recipe from TheCookbook.ai
Created by smw355