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Quick Irish Stew

By Linda Larsen, About.com

Using convenience products makes quick work of this thick and rich Irish Stew. It will taste like it was cooked all day!

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes

Ingredients:

  • 2 Tbsp. olive oil
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups frozen sliced carrots
  • 2 cups refrigerated potato wedges, chopped
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 16 oz. pkg. refrigerated prepared roast beef in gravy
  • 1/2 tsp. dried thyme leaves
  • 1 cup beer
  • 1 Tbsp. cornstarch
  • 3 Tbsp. water

Preparation:

In large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion and garlic; cook and stir until crisp tender, about 3-5 minutes. Add carrots; cook and stir for 2-3 minutes longer. Add potato wedges and beef broth; cover and bring to a simmer.

Meanwhile, cut roast beef into 1" chunks; add to soup along with gravy from package, thyme, and beer. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer for 10-15 minutes until beef is hot and stew is slightly thickened. In small bowl, combine cornstarch and water and blend well. Stir into stew; cook and stir for 4-5 minutes longer until stew is thickened. Serves 6

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