Description
Cozy Apple Cider Beef Stew is the ultimate comfort food for chilly evenings. This hearty dish features tender beef chunks simmered in a rich, savory broth infused with sweet apple cider and earthy spices. Packed with vibrant carrots and Yukon Gold potatoes, this stew creates an inviting aroma that warms your home and heart. Serve it alongside crusty bread for a complete meal that is both nourishing and satisfying.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs beef chuck roast, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 2 cups apple cider
- 4 medium carrots, chopped
- 3 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, diced
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 sprigs fresh thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Season the beef cubes with salt and pepper. In a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat, sear the beef until browned on all sides. Remove from pot.
- In the same pot, sauté onions and garlic until fragrant, about 2 minutes.
- Return the beef to the pot and add apple cider, carrots, and potatoes. Stir to combine.
- Add thyme and bring to a gentle boil. Reduce heat to low and let simmer uncovered for about 1 hour or until meat is tender.
- Serve hot in bowls with optional crusty bread on the side.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 75mg