Irish Beef Stew with Guinness Stout

Preheat the oven to 275 degrees F.

Heat a 6-quart oven-proof pan over medium-high heat.

Add the oil and bay leaves to the pan. Cook, stirring, for one minute.

Add the beef and cook, stirring, until brown on all sides.

Add the onion and cook, stirring, for 2-3 minutes or until the onions start to soften.

Reduce the heat to medium-low. Add the garlic, thyme, rosemary, and flour. Stir well.

While stirring, add the beef stock and Guinness. Cook, stirring, until the mixture begins to thicken.

Add the parsley, carrots, salt, and pepper.

Cover the pan and place in the oven. Cook at 275 degrees F for 2 hours. Stir the stew once or twice during the cooking time.

Adjust the seasoning as needed and remove the bay leaves before serving.