Beef and Guinness Stew Hearty Beef and Guinness Stew with Root Vegetables and Herbs Ingredients: 2 lbs beef chuck, cut into 1-inch cubes 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 large onion, chopped 3 cloves garlic, minced 3 carrots, peeled and sliced 2 parsnips, peeled and sliced 2 tablespoons tomato paste 2 tablespoons flour 1 (14.9 oz) can Guinness stout 2 cups beef broth 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce 2 bay leaves 1 teaspoon dried thyme Salt and pepper to taste Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish Directions: In a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Season the beef cubes with salt and pepper, then brown them in batches. Remove and set aside. In the same pot, sauté onion and garlic until softened, about 3–4 minutes. Stir in tomato paste and flour, cooking for 1 minute. Slowly pour in the Guinness, scraping the bottom of the pot to deglaze. Add beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, carrots, parsnips, thyme, and bay leaves. Return beef to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 2–2.5 hours, until the beef is tender and the stew has thickened. Remove bay leaves. Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley. Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cooking Time: 2.5 hours | Total Time: 2 hours 50 minutes Kcal: 520 kcal | Servings: 6 servings #beefandguinness #irishstew #comfortfood #beefstewrecipe #guinnesscooking #winterwarmer #rootvegetables #heartymeals #slowcookedbeef #dutchovenrecipes #sundaydinnerideas #guinnessrecipes #stpaddysdayrecipes #stewseason #soulfood #rusticcooking #beerbraisedbeef #traditionalstew #savorybeef #cozymeals Nothing says cozy like a bowl of rich Beef and Guinness Stew 🍺🥕🥩 A slow-cooked classic that warms you from the inside out.

Chicken with Rice Soup Comforting Chicken and Rice Soup with Herbs and Vegetables Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 onion, diced 2 garlic cloves, minced 2 carrots, peeled and sliced 2 celery stalks, sliced 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs 6 cups chicken broth 1/2 cup long-grain white rice (or brown rice) 1 bay leaf 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano Salt and pepper to taste Juice of 1/2 lemon (optional for brightness) 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish) Directions: In a large soup pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onion and garlic until fragrant, about 2–3 minutes. Add carrots and celery. Cook for another 4–5 minutes until slightly softened. Place chicken breasts or thighs into the pot and pour in the chicken broth. Stir in rice, bay leaf, thyme, oregano, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 25–30 minutes, or until rice is tender and chicken is cooked through. Remove chicken, shred it with two forks, then return it to the pot. Stir in lemon juice, if using. Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 30 minutes | Total Time: 40 minutes Kcal: 310 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #chickenandrice #comfortfoodrecipes #souprecipes #homemadesoup #onepotmeals #easychickensoup #healthydinnerideas #cozymeals #familyfriendlyrecipes #simpleingredients #wholesomefood #souprecipeideas #herbalsoups #classiccomfort #mealinabowl #easymealprep #homemadegoodness #ricebasedrecipes #chickensoupheals #heartyandhealthy 🍲 There's nothing quite like a bowl of Chicken and Rice Soup to warm the soul. Hearty, healthy, and full of flavor – perfect for busy nights or sick days! 🥕🌿