Irish Beef Stew

Lauren's Latest. This can also be done in the crockpot. Serve over Perfect Mashed Potatoes =)

• Ready In: 4 hrs 30 mins
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 2  tablespoons olive oil
• 1  lb  stew meat
• 4  large carrots, peeled &, chopped
• 1  onion, diced
• 2  garlic cloves, minced
•  salt, to taste
•  pepper, to taste
• 1⁄4 teaspoon thyme
• 1⁄4 teaspoon rosemary
• 1  bay leaf
• 2  cups beef broth
• 2  tablespoons butter
• 2  tablespoons flour

Directions

1. In large pot or deep skillet, brown stew meat in olive oil until browned on all sides, about 4 minutes. Pour in onions, carrots, garlic and spices. Cook another 5 minutes. Deglaze pan with beef broth. Cover and simmer 2-4 hours or until meat is very tender. (This would be perfect to cook in the crockpot!)
2. When you are ready to serve, remove bay leaf. In a small bowl stir softened butter and flour together until smooth and incorporated. Stir butter mixture into the stew. Once the gravy thickens slightly, it's done. Serve hot over mashed potatoes.