Guinness Beef Stew with Cheddar Herb Dumplings
A hearty stew made with tender beef, rich Guinness beer, and topped with fluffy cheddar herb dumplings.
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Equipment
- Large pot
- Mixing bowl
- Wooden Spoon
Ingredients:
Stew
- 2 lbs beef chuck, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups carrots, sliced
- 2 cups potatoes, diced
- 1 can Guinness beer
- 4 cups beef broth
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp dried rosemary
- to taste salt and pepper
Cheddar Herb Dumplings
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 3/4 cup milk
- 2 tbsp butter, melted
Instructions:
- 1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add the beef and brown on all sides. Remove and set aside.
- 2. In the same pot, add the onion and garlic. Cook until softened.
- 3. Add the carrots and potatoes. Cook for a few minutes, then add the beef back to the pot.
- 4. Pour in the Guinness beer, beef broth, and tomato paste. Stir in the thyme and rosemary. Season with salt and pepper.
- 5. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 2 hours, or until the beef is tender.
- 6. For the dumplings, mix the flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl. Stir in the cheddar cheese and parsley.
- 7. Add the milk and melted butter to the dry ingredients. Stir until just combined.
- 8. Drop spoonfuls of the dumpling batter onto the simmering stew. Cover and cook for another 20 minutes, or until the dumplings are cooked through.
Notes:
For a richer flavor, you can marinate the beef in Guinness overnight.
Nutrition value:
Calories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 900mgFiber: 5gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 5mg
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