Description
Irish Stew with Mashed Potatoes is the epitome of comfort food, perfect for warming your heart and soul. This traditional dish combines tender beef with wholesome vegetables, all simmered in a flavorful broth that creates a rich and hearty stew. Topped with creamy mashed potatoes, it makes for a satisfying meal that’s ideal for family gatherings or cozy nights in. Simple to prepare yet bursting with flavor, this stew is sure to become a favorite in your home kitchen.
Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 pounds beef stew meat (or lamb)
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 2 teaspoons fresh rosemary
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 4 cups beef broth
- 5 carrots (peeled and cut into chunks)
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 2 bay leaves
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
- In a large Ziploc bag, combine beef, flour, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, rosemary, and thyme. Shake well to coat the meat evenly.
- Sear the coated meat in the hot oil until browned on all sides.
- Slowly stir in the beef broth and add carrots and bay leaves; bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to medium-low, cover with a lid, and simmer for about 45 minutes.
- Add frozen peas five minutes before serving; remove bay leaves.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Irish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: For added depth of flavor, consider using homemade beef broth. Customize by adding other vegetables like parsnips or turnips. Thicken the stew further by mixing cornstarch with water before adding.