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This Slow Cooker Irish Stew Recipe is a Classic Restored

Prep Time
10 min
Cook Time
4h
Yields
4-6 servings

Irish beef stew is a cozy, family-friendly dinner, and it can be incredibly easy to make, especially when all you have to do is toss everything in a slow cooker. Our recipe uses beef, however, if you’re a true lover of lamb, feel free to use that instead. Of course, a hearty Irish stew isn’t complete without earthy root veggies and here, Yukon gold potatoes, parsnips, carrots and celeriac shine in a hearty medley. Make this easy version in your slow cooker or Instant Pot for St. Patrick’s Day or a chilly, yet busy weekday. It’s classic comfort food for contemporary schedules.

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ingredients

2
lbs stewing beef, cut into 1-inch pieces
3
Yukon gold potatoes, cubed
1
celeriac (celery root), peeled and cubed
3
medium carrots, sliced
1
medium parsnip, sliced
1
yellow onion, diced
3
garlic cloves, minced
4
cups beef stock
1
bay leaf
1
tsp dried thyme
salt, to taste (check the saltiness of your beef stock before adding)
ground black pepper, to taste
chopped fresh parsley, for serving
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directions

Notes

You can also cook it on low for 8 hours

Step 1

If you have time, brown the beef first by searing the cubes in a skillet with a splash of olive oil over medium-high heat – it adds a great depth of flavour.

Otherwise, add all ingredients except parsley in a large slow cooker and stir to combine. Replace lid and cook on high for 4 hours or on low for 8 hours.

 

Slow cooker Irish stew mise en place
Step 2

Once your cook time is up, give the stew a stir, spoon into bowls and top with fresh parsley. Serve warm.

 

Slow cooker Irish stew

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