American Irish Beef Stew Recipe

Is there anything more perfect for a St. Patrick’s Day gathering than some good old American Irish Beef Stew? Sharing it with friends, of course!

What makes this stew an American Irish stew? The original recipes consist of only lamb, onions and potatoes and no other root veggies.

Americans have made their own spin on the traditional stew – using beef and adding carrots for a different flavor. This post contains affiliate links.

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Festive Fun for St. Patrick’s Day

Turn your St. Patrick’s Day celebration into a chance to enjoy Irish heritage with hearty foods and a lively atmosphere.

When it’s the one day each year it’s acceptable to pinch non-Irish friends and family, it’d be a shame not to go all out!

These few simple tips can help you put together the perfect party to revel in all things green – and tasty.

Be sure to check out these other family fun ideas for St. Patricks Day

Decorate with purpose

Everyone knows that green is the color of the day, but go one step further by incorporating it into different items.

Banners and streamers work fine, but setting out green candles or even adorning your light fixtures with green bulbs can help you take an extra step forward.

Or try a spin with my St. Patrick’s Day garland. 

Create active fun

Instead of limiting your guests to dining and conversation, plan some simple activities to help the fun flow.

Games like a “treasure hunt” for gold coins, limerick-writing competitions or even just turning up Irish-themed music can help get the party started.

Eat festively

Turn your party’s food and drinks into true Irish dining with some delicious recipes like this American Irish Stew, which includes beef, onion, carrots and potatoes for a tasty cultural meal to fill all of your hungry guests.

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And a special thanks to the American Institute for Cancer Research, which allowed us to reprint this recipe with their permission.

Irish Beef Stew

Stew Ingredients:

• 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 1/4 pounds beef, top round, cut into 3/4-inch pieces
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• salt, to taste
• pepper, to taste
• 1 medium onion, coarsely chopped
• 3 medium carrots, peeled and cut into 3/4-inch pieces
• 2 medium parsnips, cut into large chunks (optional)
• 3 cups low-fat, reduced-sodium beef broth
• 4 medium russet potatoes, peeled and cut into large chunks
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary
• 1 leek, coarsely chopped
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Directions for irish beef stew:

Step 1: In large pot over medium-high heat, heat oil. Add beef and garlic. Cook, gently stirring until meat is evenly browned. Season with salt and pepper.

Step 2: Add onion, carrots and parsnips. Cook 3-4 minutes.

Step 3: Stir in broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer about 75 minutes, or until meat is tender.

Step 4: Stir in potatoes and simmer another 30 minutes.

Step 5: Add rosemary and leeks. Continue to simmer, uncovered, until potatoes are tender. To avoid potatoes falling apart, do not overcook.

Serve hot and garnish with parsley, if desired.

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Irish Beef Stew Recipe

Yield: 6

Is there anything more perfect for a St. Patrick's Day gathering than some good old Irish Beef Stew recipe

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Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 1/4 pounds beef, top round, cut into 3/4-inch pieces
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• salt, to taste
• pepper, to taste
• 1 medium onion, coarsely chopped
• 3 medium carrots, peeled and cut into 3/4-inch pieces
• 2 medium parsnips, cut into large chunks (optional)
• 3 cups low-fat, reduced-sodium beef broth
• 4 medium russet potatoes, peeled and cut into large chunks
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary
• 1 leek, coarsely chopped
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

1. In large pot over medium-high heat, heat oil. Add beef and garlic. Cook, gently stirring until meat is evenly browned. Season with salt and pepper.
2. Add onion, carrots and parsnips. Cook 3-4 minutes.
3. Stir in broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer about 75 minutes, or until meat is tender.
4. Stir in potatoes and simmer another 30 minutes.
5. Add rosemary and leeks. Continue to simmer, uncovered, until potatoes are tender. To avoid potatoes falling apart, do not overcook.
6. Serve hot and garnish with parsley, if desired.

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Nutrition Information:

Yield: 6 Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 380Total Fat: 11gSaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 418mgCarbohydrates: 36gFiber: 5gSugar: 5gProtein: 34g

Nutrient values are only estimates provided by online calculators. Various factors can change the nutritional information in any given recipe.

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