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Hearty Homemade Irish Stew with Cheddar Dumplings Delight

Experience the comforting warmth of this Hearty Homemade Irish Stew with Cheddar Dumplings that brings joy to every gathering.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Resting Time 30 minutes
Total Time 4 hours
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Irish
Calories: 500
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Stew
  • 2 lbs Chuck Roast or beef brisket/short ribs
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil
  • 2 medium Onions (diced)
  • 1 tbsp Thyme fresh
  • 1 tbsp Rosemary fresh
  • 4 cloves Garlic minced
  • 2 tbsp Tomato Paste high quality
  • 2 cups Guinness (extra stout)
  • 4 cups Beef Stock or vegetable stock
  • 2 pcs Bay Leaves
  • 3 cups Carrots (sliced) cut into large rounds
  • 2 cups Potatoes or parsnips
  • 2 stalks Celery Stalks
  • 2 cups Mushrooms
  • 1 tbsp Black Pepper freshly ground
For the Cheddar Dumplings
  • 2 cups Bisquick or homemade mix
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1 cup Cheddar Cheese (freshly shredded)
  • 1 tbsp Chives chopped
  • 3/4 cup Milk or buttermilk

Equipment

  • Large heavy-bottomed pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Brown the Meat: Pat the chuck roast dry, season with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil and brown meat in batches for 3-4 minutes per side.
  2. Sauté the Aromatics: Add onions to the pot, cook for 5 minutes. Stir in garlic, thyme, and rosemary, cook for 1 minute.
  3. Deglaze the Pot: Pour in Guinness, scraping up browned bits. Bring to a boil, reduce for 2-3 minutes.
  4. Simmer the Stew: Return meat, add bay leaves and beef stock. Cover and bake at 325°F for 1.5 hours.
  5. Add the Vegetables: Stir in carrots, potatoes, celery, and mushrooms. Return to oven for another 1.5 hours.
  6. Prepare the Dumpling Mix: Combine Bisquick, garlic powder, cheese, and chives in a bowl. Add milk to form a sticky dough.
  7. Add Dumplings to Stew: Drop dough on stew, cover and cook for 10 minutes. Uncover and cook for another 10 minutes.
  8. Let It Rest: Remove pot from heat and let rest for 15-30 minutes before serving.

Notes

Serve with crusty bread or mixed green salad. Leftovers are even more flavorful the next day.