Enjoy this hearty and filling beef stew during this holiday season! Nothing welcomes the cold weather and cozy pajamas then a good stew. We used Guinness beer to give the stew a unique hearty flavor. This can be substituted with two more cups of beef broth.
Beef Stew with Mashed Potatoes
Ingredients
Beef Stew
Mashed Potatoes
Instructions
Beef Stew
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In a large skillet heat 1 tablespoon of oil over medium-high heat.
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Take the ground beef and make little flat patties and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
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Place the mini beef patties into the large skillet and brown both sides. About 3 minutes each side.
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Once browned on all sides, transfer to a plate and set aside.
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In a large deep sauté pan, heat remaining tablespoon of oil.
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Add the mushrooms, onions and garlic and sauté, stirring occasionally until tender/browned; about 6 minutes.
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Sprinkle over the mixture the flour, salt and pepper and stir frequently until well mixed; about 1 minute.
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Add the Guinness beer, beef broth, Worcestershire sauce and beef into the sauté pan.
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Bring to a small simmer and cover for 20 minutes.
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Add the frozen peas and increase the heat to medium-high.
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Stirring occasionally until the stew starts thickening; about 5-10 minutes.
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Plate and garnish with fresh parsley.
Mashed Potatoes
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Bring a large pot of water to boil. Fill water to be enough to cover the potatoes entirely.
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Wash and peel the potatoes.
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Place the potatoes into the boiling pot of water and cover for about 30 minutes; until potatoes are tender.
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Drain water and return potatoes to the pot.
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Add soy milk, butter, salt, pepper, chives and dill.
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Mash and mix all ingredients until smooth.
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Cover and remove from heat.
