Description
Apple Cider Beef Stew is a comforting dish that blends tender beef with the warm, spiced flavors of apple cider and fresh vegetables. This hearty stew is perfect for cozy family dinners or gatherings, bringing smiles and happy memories to your table. With its rich aroma and vibrant colors, this dish not only satisfies your hunger but also warms your heart.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs beef chuck roast, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 4 cups fresh apple cider
- 3 medium carrots, sliced
- 2 large sweet onions, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tsp fresh thyme leaves (or 1 tsp dried thyme)
- 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 3 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, cubed
- 2 bay leaves
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Season the beef cubes generously with salt and pepper.
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat oil over medium-high heat; brown the beef in batches until caramelized. Remove and set aside.
- Sauté onions until translucent; add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Pour in apple cider and beef broth, scraping up browned bits from the bottom.
- Return the beef to the pot with potatoes, carrots, thyme, and bay leaves; stir well.
- Bring to a gentle boil, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 2 hours until meat is fork-tender.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Braising
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg