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Ingredients
- 24oz (720gr) beef suitable for stewing or braising
- 1 large or 2 medium onions
- 2 cloves garlic
- 5 – 6 medium carrots
- 3 bay (laurel) leaves
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 2 cups (16oz, 480ml) Guinness
- 1 cup (8oz, 240ml) beef stock
- 1 tbs oil
- 4 tbs cornstarch (maizena, corn flour)
- 1 tbs paprika
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 853g | |
| Calories 597 | |
| Calories from Fat 142 | 24% |
| Total Fat 16.24g | 20% |
| Saturated Fat 1.51g | 6% |
| Trans Fat 0.35g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 427mg | 18% |
| Potassium 2392mg | 68% |
| Total Carbs 111.12g | 30% |
| Dietary Fiber 23.4g | 78% |
| Sugars 37.48g | 25% |
| Protein 9.26g | 15% |
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