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Apple Cider Stew

2 Lbs Tender Apple Cider Stew Recipe

  • Author: basmer
  • Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A hearty and comforting apple cider beef stew with tender beef, soft potatoes, and carrots simmered in a cider-infused broth with aromatic herbs. This stew is perfect for a cozy fall dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 pounds (900g) stew beef, cut into 1.5-inch cubes
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 3 cups (720ml) apple cider (not apple cider vinegar)
  • 2 cups (475ml) beef broth
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 teaspoons fresh thyme (or 1 tsp dried)
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 3 large carrots, peeled and chopped
  • 4 medium potatoes, peeled and chopped
  • Optional: 1 tablespoon tomato paste or Dijon mustard

Instructions

  1. Sear the Beef: Heat olive oil in a Dutch oven. Season beef with salt and pepper and brown in batches. Remove and set aside.
  2. Sauté Aromatics: Add onion and cook until softened. Stir in garlic, then sprinkle with flour and stir to coat.
  3. Deglaze: Slowly pour in apple cider, scraping up browned bits. Add beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, and bay leaves. Bring to a simmer.
  4. Simmer with Beef: Return beef to the pot, cover, and simmer on low for 1 hour.
  5. Add Vegetables: Stir in carrots and potatoes. Simmer another 45 minutes until vegetables are tender and beef is soft.
  6. Season: Remove bay leaves, adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, or cider. Add a knob of butter if desired.
  7. Serve: Ladle into bowls and enjoy with crusty bread or biscuits.

Notes

  • Use real apple cider, not apple juice or vinegar.
  • Brown beef in batches for maximum flavor.
  • Simmer low and slow for tender beef and rich broth.
  • Thicken stew by mashing potatoes into the broth or adding cornstarch slurry.
  • Tastes even better the next day—perfect for meal prep.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 2 hours
  • Category: Soups and Stews
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl

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