Guinness Beef Stew by Supergolden Bakes

– 2 tbsp olive oil
– 1 tbsp butter
– 150 g (5 oz) bacon lardons
– 150 g (5 oz)finely chopped shallots
– 1.2 kg (2 1/2 lbs) braising steak (cubed)
– 1 tsp salt + 1/2 tsp ground pepper
– 200 g (7 oz) button mushrooms, sliced
– 200 g (7 oz) wild mushrooms, sliced
– 2 carrots (peeled and sliced)
– 2 tbsp concentrated tomato paste
– 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
– 1 tbsp soy sauce
– Bouquet garni
– 320 ml (1 1/3 cups) Guinness
– 1 tbsp cornflour (cornstarch) or arrowroot)
– Handful chopped fresh parsley to garnish

Prep Time: 10 min
Cook Time: 50 min
Total Time: 45 min