This easy and hearty Slow Cooker Traditional Irish Stout Stew is perfect for cozy dinners. Packed with tender beef, vegetables, and a rich stout broth, it’s simple to make and full of comforting flavors. You can easily adapt it with common ingredients, making it a versatile and satisfying meal.

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Recipe Ingredients

• 2 lbs (908 g) beef stew meat, cut into ½-inch (1.3-cm) cubes
• 1 tsp (5 g) salt
• ½ tsp (2.5 g) pepper
• 1 lb (454 g) frozen pearl onions
• 1 large white onion, diced
• 3 ribs celery, sliced
• 3 large carrots, sliced
• 3 lbs (1.4 kg) red potatoes, quartered
• ½ lb (227 g) mushrooms, sliced
• 2 tbsp (4 g) fresh rosemary
• 1 tsp fresh thyme
• 1 (14.5-oz [429-ml]) can of stout beer
• 4 cups (960 ml) beef broth
• 2 tbsp (30 ml) Worcestershire sauce
• 1 (6-oz [177-ml]) can of tomato paste
• 3 tbsp (24 g) cornstarch, mixed with 3 tbsp (45 ml) water
• Chopped parsley, for garnish

How To Make Slow Cooker Traditional Irish Stout Stew

1. Combine Ingredients in Slow Cooker: Stir the beef stew meat, salt, pepper, pearl onions, white onion, celery, carrots, potatoes, mushrooms, rosemary, and thyme together in your 6-quart (6-L) slow cooker.
2. Add Liquids: In a large bowl, stir together the stout beer, beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and tomato paste. Pour this mixture over the ingredients in the slow cooker. Cover and cook on high for 4 hours or on low for 8 hours.
3. Thicken the Stew: If cooking on low, switch your slow cooker to high. Add the cornstarch mixture and stir. Cover and cook for another 20 minutes.
4. Serve and Garnish: Serve the stew garnished with chopped parsley.

Recipe Tips

• Use a good quality stout beer: The flavor of the beer impacts the taste of the stew, so choose one you enjoy drinking. A richer stout will add depth to the broth.
• Brown the meat first: For extra flavor, you can brown the beef stew meat in a pan before adding it to the slow cooker. This will help to lock in flavor and create a richer taste.
• Don’t skip the cornstarch mixture: If you want a thicker stew, be sure to add the cornstarch mixture at the end. This step helps to give the stew a nice, velvety texture.
• Cut vegetables evenly: Ensure they are cut into similar sizes so they cook evenly and absorb the flavors together.
• Add fresh parsley just before serving: Fresh parsley brightens up the rich stew and adds a burst of color. Sprinkle it on top right before serving for the best results.

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