Recipe: This Guinness Beef Stew is perfect for St. Patrick’s Day

This isn’t a recipe for a classic Irish stew; it’s a delicious, updated version. Traditionally the mix showcases lamb or mutton, but this slow cooker rendition uses a generous splash of stout and hearty chunks of beef (not those itty-bitty pieces that are often labeled “stew meat” at the supermarket).
Because it cooks all day, it’s handy to get some of the prep done ahead. You can prepare the recipe through step 2 the night before. Refrigerate the browned beef and t