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Irish Stew With Mashed Potatoes

Hearty Irish Stew with Mashed Potatoes for Cozy Nights

This hearty Irish stew with mashed potatoes is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for cozy nights.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Irish
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Stew
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Adds richness and helps in browning the meat.
  • 3 pounds Beef Stew Meat or Lamb Main protein source.
  • 0.25 cup All-Purpose Flour Thickens the stew.
  • 2 teaspoons Sea Salt Enhances flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Adds mild heat.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Provides a savory flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Adds sweetness.
  • 2 teaspoons Fresh Rosemary Offers aromatic notes.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme Adds earthy flavor.
  • 4 cups Beef Broth Liquid base for the stew.
  • 5 each Carrots Cut into chunks.
  • 1 cup Frozen Peas Adds color and sweetness.
  • 2 each Bay Leaves Infuses flavor.
For the Mashed Potatoes
  • 2 pounds Potatoes Yukon Gold preferred.
  • 0.5 cup Salted Butter Ensures creaminess.
  • 0.5 cup Whole Milk or Cream Adds smoothness.
  • to taste Salt Enhances flavor.
  • to taste Black Pepper Adds slight kick.

Equipment

  • Dutch oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  2. Season 3 pounds of beef stew meat (or lamb) with flour, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, rosemary, and thyme. Toss to coat, then sear in the Dutch oven until brown on all sides.
  3. Pour in 4 cups of beef broth and stir to combine.
  4. Add 5 chopped carrots and 2 bay leaves. Stir and bring to a gentle boil.
  5. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and let simmer for about 45 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  6. Five minutes before serving, stir in 1 cup of frozen peas and remove bay leaves.
  7. Peel and chop 2 pounds of potatoes, boil them in salted water until fork-tender. Drain and mash with butter and milk or cream.
  8. Serve the stew with a generous helping of creamy mashed potatoes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 59gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This stew can be paired with warm Irish Soda Bread for a complete meal experience.

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