Stew with Mashed Potatoes

This Irish Beef Stew is a classic dinner that is essential in the cooler months! Warm, comforting, super tasty and perfect for dinner. Tender beef simmered in beef broth and served over mashed potatoes.

PREPARATION TIME

PREP TIME 20

COOK TIME 2

Ingredients

▢2 tbsp olive oil
▢1 lb stew meat
▢4 large carrots peeled & chopped
▢1 onion diced
▢2 cloves garlic minced
▢salt & pepper to taste
▢1/4 tsp thyme
▢1/4 tsp rosemary
▢1 large bay leaf or 2 small
▢2 cups beef broth
▢2 tbsp butter
▢2 tbsp all-purpose flour
▢1/3 cup frozen peas
▢mashed potato

Instructions

Season beef with salt & pepper. In a large pot or deep skillet, brown stew meat in olive oil until browned on all sides, about 4 minutes. Pour in onions, carrots, garlic, and spices. Cook another 5 minutes. Deglaze pan with beef broth. Cover and simmer 2-4 hours or until meat is very tender.
When you are ready to serve, remove bay leaf. In a small bowl, stir softened butter and flour together until smooth and incorporated. Stir butter mixture into the stew with the frozen peas. Once the gravy thickens slightly, it’s done. Serve hot over mashed potatoes.