Beef and Guinness Stew

Instructions

1. 1
   Heat oil in a large heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat.
2. 2
   Season beef with salt and pepper, then dust with flour.
3. 3
   Brown the beef in batches, about 3-4 minutes per side. Set aside.
4. 4
   In the same pot, sauté onions until softened, about 5 minutes.
5. 5
   Add tomato paste and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
6. 6
   Pour in Guinness and beef stock, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom.
7. 7
   Return beef to the pot and add bay leaves and thyme.
8. 8
   Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low. Cover and cook for 1 hour 30 minutes.
9. 9
   Add carrots, potatoes, and mushrooms.
10. 10
    Continue cooking, covered, for another 45 minutes until vegetables are tender and beef is very soft.
11. 11
    Season to taste with salt and pepper before serving.