Gerry's Irish Beef Stew
This Irish stew is super simple to make with beef and tastes delicious. I'm not saying it's traditional, but I think it's the best! Perfect for St. Patrick's Day or a Sunday supper on a cold day. It'll make your house smell delightful too!
vegetable oil
1
tablespoon
beef sirloin steak, cut into 1-inch cubes
1
pound
onion, chopped
1
large
carrots, chopped
2
medium
celery, chopped
2
ribs
hot water
3
cups
dry brown gravy mix
2 ½
tablespoons
beef bouillon
2
cubes
Worcestershire sauce
¼
cup
chili powder
1
teaspoon
dried oregano
¼
teaspoon
potatoes, cubed
8
medium
salt and ground black pepper to taste
 Heat vegetable oil in a stockpot over medium heat. Add beef and cook until browned on all sides, 6 to 8 minutes. Stir in onion, carrots, and celery.
  Mix water, gravy mix, and bouillon together in a small bowl; pour into the stockpot. Stir in Worcestershire sauce, chili powder, and oregano. Cover and simmer over low heat for 1 hour.
  Stir in potatoes. Cover and simmer until potatoes are easily pierced with a fork, about 30 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
