A comforting and flavorful Irish-inspired beef stew, perfect for cozy evenings.
Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).
Preheating ensures even cooking from the start.
In a heavy skillet, melt the butter over medium-high heat and brown the beef in batches.
Browning the beef enhances the flavor of the stew.
Transfer the browned beef to a Dutch oven.
Using a Dutch oven helps retain heat and moisture.
In the same skillet, sauté the onions, garlic, and celery until softened.
Deglaze the skillet with a splash of broth to capture all the flavors.
Add the sautéed vegetables to the Dutch oven along with the carrots, potatoes, tomato paste, beef broth, cooking sherry, bay leaves, salt, and pepper.
Cut the vegetables into uniform sizes for even cooking.
Cover the Dutch oven and place it in the preheated oven. Cook for 4-5 hours, stirring occasionally.
Low and slow cooking ensures tender beef and flavorful broth.
Remove the bay leaves, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve hot.
Serve with crusty bread or Irish soda bread for a complete meal.
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