Irish Beef Stew

INGREDIENTS

• 3 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil, divided
• 2 lb. beef chuck stew meat, cubed into 1″ pieces 
• Kosher salt
• Freshly ground black pepper
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 medium carrots, peeled and cut into rounds
• 2 stalks celery, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 3 medium russet potatoes, peeled and cut into large chunks
• 4 c. low-sodium beef broth
• 1 (16-oz.) bottle Guinness 
• 2 tsp. fresh thyme
• Freshly chopped parsley, for serving

DIRECTIONS

1. In a large dutch oven over medium heat, heat 2 tablespoons oil. Season beef with salt and pepper, then add to pot and cook on all sides until seared, 10 minutes, working in batches if necessary. Transfer beef to a plate. 
2. In same pot add remaining tablespoon oil and cook onion, carrots, and celery until soft, 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Add garlic and cook until fragrant 1 minute.
3. Add beef back to dutch oven, then add potatoes, broth, beer, and thyme. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer. Season with salt and pepper. Cover and let simmer until beef and potatoes are tender, 30 minutes.
4. Garnish with parsley before serving.

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