"Irish stouts produce a thick head when poured, so chill the can or bottle well before measuring to reduce the foam...."
INGREDIENTS
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2 pounds boneless beef chuck, cut into 1-inch pieces
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2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
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1 teaspoon salt
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1/2 teaspoon black pepper
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2 tablespoons vegetable oil
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1 large onion, coarsely chopped
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2 garlic cloves, chopped
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3 tablespoons water
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1 1/2 tablespoons tomato paste
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1 cup beef broth
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1 cup Guinness or other Irish stout
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1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
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2 teaspoons drained brined green peppercorns, coarsely chopped
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2 fresh thyme sprigs
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Rough puff pastry dough
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1 large egg, lightly beaten
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1 tablespoon water