Beef Irish Stew

Not surprisingly, Irish stew is all about potatoes. The secret is to use two kinds: Yukon Golds, which dissolve and give a silky body to the stew, and waxy potatoes, which keep their shape and give a contrasting texture to the stew. Most recipes say to slice the potatoes, but you can also shape them into miniature eggs. As for a daube, the meat for Irish stew isn’t browned. Usually Irish stew is made with lamb, but it’s delicious with beef.