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There's nothing like a warm and hearty beef stew on a cold winter day. This recipe for classic beef stew in beer sauce is sure to please everyone at your dinner table. The beer gives the stew a delicious flavor that will have you coming back for more. Serve with some crusty bread, and you'll be all set.
Why You'll Love this Beef Stew
This beef stew recipe is tender, flavorful, and filling. It is perfect for the autumn or winter season. Here are some reasons you'll love this comforting dish:
- This recipe takes classic beef stew to a whole new level with the addition of beer sauce. The sauce is made with beer, beef stock, and seasonings, and it adds a delicious depth of flavor to the stew.
- It’s meal-prep friendly and can be stored in the fridge for up to 5 days in a sealed container. You can make a big batch of this on the weekends and then portion it out into individual containers for easy weekday lunches.
- This stew freezes well too, so if you have leftovers, you can always save them for another time.
- Another great thing about this beef stew is that it's all cooked in one pot, so cleanup is a breeze.
Why Is this Beef Stew Healthy?
This beef stew recipe is quite healthy. It uses lean beef and plenty of vegetables. The broth for this stew is made with low-sodium beef stock, so there is less sodium in the final product.
- Choose a lean cut of beef and trim the meat of any visible fat before cooking. In addition to being an excellent source of protein, lean beef is a good source of iron and zinc, which are important for maintaining energy levels and supporting your immune system.
- This beef stew is loaded with mushrooms, carrots, onion, celery, and garlic. Vegetables are an important part of any healthy diet. They are packed with essential vitamins and minerals that our bodies need to function properly. They contain antioxidants that can help boost your immune system and help protect your heart. These vegetables are also low in calories and fat, making them a great choice for those watching their weight.
So if you are looking for a hearty and healthy meal, this beef stew recipe is a great option. It is packed with nutrients and flavor, and it will leave you feeling satisfied.
How to Make Classic Beef Stew in Beer Sauce
- Prep the veggies and set them aside - Cut the mushrooms into quarters. Finely dice the onion. Slice the carrots and celery. Crush the garlic cloves.
- Add the olive oil and garlic to a big pot or Dutch oven. Cook on low to infuse the olive oil with the garlic flavor.
- Add the beef chuck cubes and cook on medium-low until the meat is golden brown. Remove the beef and set aside.
- Add the mushrooms, onion, carrots, and celery to the pot and cook on medium-low for 10 minutes until the veggies are soft and fragrant.
- Add the beef back to the pot along with the tomato paste, beer, beef stock, thyme, bay leaves, salt, and pepper. Mix well and cook for 2 hours on low.
- Taste the stew and add more salt and/or pepper if needed. If the sauce is too acidic, add the sugar and cook for an additional 15 minutes.
- Serve over mashed potatoes if desired.
More Beef Recipes
- Rosemary Red Wine Mushroom Beef Stew
- Easy Instant Pot Barbacoa Beef
- Rosemary Crusted Beef Rib Roast on the Grill
- Easy Sesame Ginger Beef and Green Beans
Beef Stew FAQs
How do I store the leftovers?
Leftover beef stew can be stored in the fridge in a sealed container for up to 5 days. You can also freeze the leftovers for up to 3 months.
What kind of beer should I use?
Any type of beer will work for this recipe. But there are a few things to consider when choosing what kind of beer to use in your cooking. The first is the flavor of the beer. You want to choose a beer that will complement the flavors of your dish, not overpower them. The second is the carbonation of the beer. You want to choose a beer that has a lot of carbonation as this will help to add some fizziness and body to your stew.
Do you have a good mashed potato recipe I can use?
Yes, this basic rustic mashed potato recipe is perfect to serve this beef stew over.
Bottom Line
There's nothing quite like a cozy bowl of beef stew on a chilly day. This beef stew recipe takes this classic comfort food and gives it a delicious beer sauce twist. The beef is cooked until tender in a flavorful broth then served over creamy mashed potatoes. This dish is sure to warm you up from the inside out. Give it a try tonight.
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Classic Beef Stew in Beer Sauce
Classic beef stew in beer sauce. Tender, flavorful, and super filling.
- Author: LINDSAY DELK
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 2:20 hours
- Total Time: 2h 35m
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Lunch/dinner/stews /beef
- Cuisine: International
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound beef chuck cut into bite-size pieces
- 2 cups mushrooms
- 1 carrot
- 1 white onion
- 2 celery sticks
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 2 cups of beer (the beer of your liking)
- 4 cups low sodium beef stock
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves
- 2 bay leaves
- 2-3 thyme sprigs
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 ½ teaspoon sugar (optional)
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Start by prepping the veggies and set aside:
- Cut the mushrooms in quarters
- Peel and dice finely the onions
- Cut the carrot into wheels
- Cut the celery into wheels
- Crush the garlic cloves
- In a big pot or Dutch oven add the olive oil and the garlic cloves, and cook on low to infuse the olive oil with the garlic flavors.
- Add the beef chuck and cook on medium-low until golden brown. Set aside once cook.
- Add the carrot, onion, and celery to the pot and cook for 10 minutes on medium-low until soft and fragrant.
- Add back the browned meat, tomato paste, beer, beef broth, salt, pepper, thyme, and bay leaves. Mix well and let cook for 2 hours on low.
- Taste and adjust salt and pepper if needed. At this point, if the sauce is too acidic you can add the sugar and let cook for additional 15 minutes.
- Serve over mashed potatoes.
Notes
This beef stew is perfect for the autumn or winter season. Is very filling and earthy.
It’s meal prep friendly and can be stored in the fridge for up to 5 days in a sealed container.
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About Lindsay Delk
Lindsay Delk is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RD/RDN) who specializes in providing evidence-based nutrition and health content. She loves to take the confusion out of nutrition with clear and well-researched ebooks, articles, blog posts, and recipes.
