Irish Beef Stew
Enjoy a comforting bowl of Irish Beef Stew created by Estero's Executive Chef, Randy Cazzalino.
Prep Time30 minutes mins
Active Time6 hours hrs
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American, Irish
Keyword: soup, Stew
Yield: 4 bowls
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons Gluten Free flour
- 2 pounds beef chuck cut into 1 ½-inch cubes
- 1 pound carrots peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks
- 6 large potatoes peeled and cut into large chunks
- 1 white onion cut into large chunks
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 6 ounce can tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon cold water
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
Gather the ingredients.
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Toss beef cubes with flour to coat, then fry in the hot oil until browned.
Place carrots, potatoes, onion, and garlic into a large slow cooker; place browned beef on top of vegetables. Mix beef broth and tomato paste together until combined; pour into the slow cooker .
Cover and cook on High for 6 hours or Low for 8 hours. During the last hour before serving, dissolve cornstarch in cold water and stir into broth. Simmer on the High setting for a few minutes to thicken. Serve hot.