Irish Stew

Name: Irish Stew
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 2 h 15 min
Total time: 2 h 30 min
Yield: 6
Ingredients: Ingredients; 2 lbs lamb or beef stew meat, cut into 1 1/2-inch cubes; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 4 large potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks; 3 large carrots, peeled and sliced; 1 large onion, chopped; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 4 cups beef or lamb broth; 1 cup stout beer (optional, for richer flavor); 2 bay leaves; 1 tablespoon fresh thyme (or 1 teaspoon dried thyme); Salt and pepper, to taste; 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce (optional); 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)