QUICK IRISH STEW

Quick Irish Stew image

Provided by tammy_sienna

Categories Stew

Time 30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 onion, chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 cups fresh sliced carrots
2 cups potatoes, wedges chopped
2 cups beef broth
16 ounces refrigerated prepared roast beef in gravy
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
1 cup beer
1 tablespoon cornstarch
3 tablespoons water

Steps:

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 pkg, 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.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 129.9, Fat 4.9, SaturatedFat 0.7, Cholesterol 0.2, Sodium 222, Carbohydrate 17.2, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 2.9, Protein 2.5