Michael Symon's Beef Stout Stew

By joejudy

Ingredients

• For the Stew:
• 1/2 pound slab Bacon (cut into thick pieces; 1/2-inch x 1 1/2-inch)
• 2 pounds Chuck Roast (chopped into 1-inch cubes)
• 1 Red Onion (medium dice)
• 2 Carrots (medium dice)
• 2 Celery stalks (medium dice)
• 8 ounces Mushrooms (sliced)
• 3 Garlic cloves (finely diced)
• 3 sprigs Thyme
• 2 sprigs Rosemary
• 1 12-ounce can Stout Beer
• 3 cups Beef Stock
• Olive Oil
• Salt and Pepper
• Flour for dredging
• For Garnish:
• Sour Cream
• Parsley (chopped)
• Cheddar Cheese (grated)

Details

Servings 1
Adapted from beta.abc.go.com

Preparation

Step 1

step 1

ingredients Olive Oil

instructions For the Stew: Over medium heat in a heavy bottomed pot, add 2 to 3 tablespoons of olive oil.

step 2

ingredients 2 pounds Chuck Roast (chopped into 1-inch cubes)
Flour for dredging
1/2 pound slab Bacon (cut into thick pieces; 1/2-inch x 1 1/2-inch)
3 Garlic cloves (finely diced)
1 Red Onion (medium dice)
8 ounces Mushrooms (sliced)
2 Carrots (medium dice)
2 Celery stalks (medium dice)
Salt and Pepper

instructions Season the chuck roast and then dredge in flour, shaking off the excess. Add to the pan and brown. Once deep golden brown, about 10 to 12 minutes, add the bacon. Stir to combine. Add the garlic, onions, mushrooms, carrots and celery. Season with salt and pepper.

step 3

ingredients 3 sprigs Thyme
3 sprigs Rosemary

instructions Tie the herbs together with kitchen twine.

step 4

ingredients 1 12-ounce can Stout Beer
3 cups Beef Stock

instructions Now add the stout and bring to a boil, scraping the bottom of the pan. Add the stock and herb bundle. Reduce heat to a simmer and cover the pan with a tight fitting lid. Cook until the chuck is tender (about 1 1/2 to 2 hours). Taste and adjust the seasoning.

step 5

ingredients

instructions Remove the rosemary and thyme sprigs and discard.

step 6

ingredients Sour Cream
Parsley (chopped)
Cheddar Cheese (grated)

instructions For Garnish: Serve with a dollop of sour cream, a pinch of of parsley and some cheddar cheese.

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