SLOW COOKER BEEF STEW WITH MAPLE AND STOUT

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This super-simple beef stew features spoon-tender chunks of beef and a sauce that gets a deep, dark flavor from stout beer and maple syrup. The recipe calls for carrots, parsnips and potatoes, but feel free to swap in similar quantities of other root vegetables, like turnips and rutabaga, cut into large pieces. But do make sure to avoid precut stew meat from the grocery store, which is often unreliable and cut too small. A chuck roast that you cut yourself is a far better option. You can also make this on the stovetop or in the oven: Season the meat with salt, then sear it in 2 tablespoons vegetable oil over high heat in a Dutch oven. Add the rest of the ingredients, stir to combine, cover and simmer on low (or in a 325-degree oven) for 2 to 3 hours until the meat is very tender and move on to step 2.

Provided by Sarah DiGregorio

Categories     dinner, weekday, soups and stews, main course

Time 10h

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 large carrots, peeled and cut into 1 1/2-inch chunks
2 large parsnips, peeled and cut into 1 1/2-inch chunks
2 large russet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1 1/2-inch chunks
3 thyme sprigs
2 rosemary sprigs
3 to 3 1/2 pounds chuck roast, excess fat trimmed, cut into 2-inch chunks
1/3 cup stout beer
1/3 cup maple syrup, preferably dark
4 garlic cloves, chopped
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
3 teaspoons balsamic vinegar, preferably aged
Kosher salt and black pepper

Steps:

  • Combine the carrots, parsnips, potatoes, herbs, beef, beer, maple syrup, garlic, onion and garlic powders and 1 teaspoon vinegar in a 5- to 8-quart slow cooker. Season with 2 teaspoons salt and a generous amount of pepper. Mix well to combine (feel free to use your hands). Cook on low until the meat and vegetables are very tender, 10 to 12 hours, stirring the stew once if possible; this helps the beef and vegetables cook more evenly, but if it's not possible, it will be fine.
  • Remove and discard the herb sprigs. Stir in the remaining 2 teaspoons vinegar. Taste and add more salt and pepper if you like. Serve in shallow bowls with the meat, vegetables and some sauce.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 408, UnsaturatedFat 6 grams, Carbohydrate 38 grams, Fat 10 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 42 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Sodium 866 milligrams, Sugar 12 grams, TransFat 0 grams

Sk Amit Boss
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This stew is a winner! It's easy to make and the flavor is out of this world. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Jose P
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I made this stew for my family and they loved it! The meat was so tender and the sauce was so flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Jaydogg
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This stew is amazing! The beef is so tender and the vegetables are cooked perfectly. The maple and stout add a delicious flavor that makes this stew irresistible.


Tammy Mohn
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I love how easy this stew is to make! I just threw everything in the slow cooker and let it cook all day. It's the perfect meal for a busy weeknight.


cris tintin
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This stew is perfect for a cold winter day. It's hearty and flavorful, and the maple and stout give it a nice touch of sweetness.


Alex Hhfhfbfbft
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I wasn't sure about the maple and stout, but I'm so glad I tried it! It added a really unique and delicious flavor to the stew.


King Sagin
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This stew is so flavorful and delicious! The meat is so tender and the vegetables are cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.


Chaudhry Imran
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I love how easy this stew is to make! I just threw everything in the slow cooker and let it cook all day. It's the perfect meal for a busy weeknight.


Md Readay
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This stew is perfect for a cold winter day. It's hearty and flavorful, and the maple and stout give it a nice touch of sweetness.


Kegan Travers
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I wasn't sure about the maple and stout, but I'm so glad I tried it! It added a really unique and delicious flavor to the stew.


Write4Me GH
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This stew is so flavorful and delicious! The meat is so tender and the vegetables are cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.


Hailey Garcia
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I love how easy this stew is to make! I just threw everything in the slow cooker and let it cook all day. It's the perfect meal for a busy weeknight.


Zakirullah Kohistani
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This stew is perfect for a cold winter day. It's hearty and flavorful, and the maple and stout give it a nice touch of sweetness.


mohidul. finlay
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I made this stew for a dinner party and it was a huge success! Everyone raved about the flavor and the meat was so tender.


Rachelle Babineaux
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This stew was a hit with my family! Everyone loved the flavor and the meat was so tender. I will definitely be making this again.


Renukanta Parajuli
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I was a bit skeptical about the maple and stout, but I'm so glad I tried it! It added a really unique and delicious flavor to the stew.


Linda Ellison
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This is the best beef stew I've ever had! The meat was so tender and the sauce was so flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Ak Adeel
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out great! The stew was hearty and flavorful, and the maple and stout added a nice touch of sweetness.


Meehu Rai
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This beef stew was so good! The meat was tender and the vegetables were cooked to perfection. The maple and stout gave it a delicious flavor that was both sweet and savory.