What is Guinness-Braised Beef Stew in the Slow Cooker made of?

The main ingredients are All-Purpose Flour, Beef Broth, Black Pepper, Carrot, Diced Beef. The full list of 15 is above.

How long does it take to make Guinness-Braised Beef Stew in the Slow Cooker?

About 4 hrs 45 mins in total: 30 mins to prepare and 4 hrs 15 mins to cook.

How many calories are in one serving?

One serving provides about 1009.51 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.

Is Guinness-Braised Beef Stew in the Slow Cooker easy to make?

This recipe is rated medium, with 15 ingredients and 8 steps.

Is Guinness-Braised Beef Stew in the Slow Cooker healthy?

Guinness-Braised Beef Stew in the Slow Cooker has an easyChef Pro health score of 47/100. Per serving, it provides 1009.51 calories and 46.02 g of protein, or 92% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber, iron and vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 2116.37 mg (92% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 10.39 g (52% of the Daily Value). It contains Wheat, Gluten, Garlic, Onions and Alcohol, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.

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Guinness-Braised Beef Stew in the Slow Cooker

Name: Guinness-Braised Beef Stew in the Slow Cooker
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 4 h 15 min
Total time: 4 h 45 min
Yield: 8 servings
Cuisine: British, Irish
Ingredients: 0.5 cup All-Purpose Flour; 14.5 oz Beef Broth; 0.5 tsp Black Pepper; 3 whole Carrot; 3 lb Diced Beef; 2 whole Dried Bay Leaves; 1 tbsp Fresh Parsley; 2 whole Fresh Thyme; 4 whole Garlic; 15 oz Irish Stout Beer; 17.5 oz Puff Pastry Sheets; 1 lb Red Potato; 1 tsp Salt; 0.25 cup Vegetable Oil; 1 whole Yellow Onion

Dinner 🍽️Lunch 🥪Soup 🍲 British Irish High-Protein 💪

Guinness-Braised Beef Stew in the Slow Cooker delivers deep, malty richness from stout balanced by tender beef, sweet carrots, and creamy potatoes. The slow simmer melds aromatics with herbs for a robust, pub-style flavor, while buttery puff pastry baked on the side adds a crisp, golden contrast. Serve on a chilly evening or for a relaxed weekend dinner that feels comforting and special.

Prep30 mins
Cook4 hrs 15 mins
Serves8
DifficultyMedium

easyChef Pro health score

Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Guinness-Braised Beef Stew in the Slow Cooker, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.

47 Health Score

Glycemic ImpactFair: 59 / 100; Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
Nutritional DensityPoor: 21 / 100; Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
Energy DensityFair: 50 / 100; Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed: 1 / 4; Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.

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27
Heart Health: 81
Metabolic: 54
Digestive: 26
Inflammatory: 37
Performance: 41
General Wellness

1

In a shallow dish, combine the flour, salt, and pepper. Add the beef pieces and toss to coat each piece evenly. Set aside the remaining flour mixture for later.
2

Heat the oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Working in batches, cook and stir the beef in the hot oil until browned on all sides, about 10 minutes per batch. Move the browned beef to a slow cooker.
3

In the same skillet, cook and stir the onion over medium heat until golden, about 5 minutes. Add the beer and the garlic; bring to a boil for 1 minute, scraping up the browned bits from the bottom of the pan with a wooden spoon. Pour the onion mixture into the slow cooker.
4

Stir the beef broth, parsley, thyme, and bay leaves into the beef mixture in the slow cooker.
5

Cook on Low until the beef is almost tender, 2 1/2 to 3 hours. Sprinkle in the reserved flour mixture and stir well. Add the potatoes and carrots. Cook on High until the potatoes are tender, about 1 hour.
6

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
7

Cut the puff pastry sheets into quarters and arrange them on baking sheets; pierce each square several times with a fork.
8

Bake in the preheated oven until golden and crispy, about 10 minutes. Ladle the stew into individual dishes and top each with a pastry square.

About This Recipe

Guinness Braised Beef Stew in the Slow Cooker is made with 15 ingredients and serves 8. It takes about 4 hrs 45 mins and is rated medium. Key ingredients include All Purpose Flour, Beef Broth, Black Pepper, and Carrot. Each serving provides about 1009.51 kcal, and is a good source of protein.

Recipe Questions

What is Guinness-Braised Beef Stew in the Slow Cooker made of?: The main ingredients are All-Purpose Flour, Beef Broth, Black Pepper, Carrot, Diced Beef. The full list of 15 is above.
How long does it take to make Guinness-Braised Beef Stew in the Slow Cooker?: About 4 hrs 45 mins in total: 30 mins to prepare and 4 hrs 15 mins to cook.
How many calories are in one serving?: One serving provides about 1009.51 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
Is Guinness-Braised Beef Stew in the Slow Cooker easy to make?: This recipe is rated medium, with 15 ingredients and 8 steps.
Is Guinness-Braised Beef Stew in the Slow Cooker healthy?: Guinness-Braised Beef Stew in the Slow Cooker has an easyChef Pro health score of 47/100. Per serving, it provides 1009.51 calories and 46.02 g of protein, or 92% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber, iron and vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 2116.37 mg (92% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 10.39 g (52% of the Daily Value). It contains Wheat, Gluten, Garlic, Onions and Alcohol, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.

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