Description
A heartwarming beef stew featuring a delightful blend of sweet apple cider, tender beef, and seasonal vegetables, perfect for chilly nights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs chuck roast, cut into cubes
- 1 cup apple cider
- 2 cups beef broth (low-sodium)
- 2 cups carrots, chopped
- 1 cup onions, chopped
- 2 cups potatoes, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 sprigs fresh thyme
- 2 sprigs fresh rosemary
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Brown the beef: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Pat beef dry, season with salt and pepper, and brown in batches. Transfer to a plate.
- Sauté the aromatics: In the same pot, add more olive oil if needed. Sauté onions, garlic, and vegetables until onions are translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Add the beef back: Return the browned beef and juices to the pot with chopped herbs.
- Pour in the cider: Add apple cider and beef broth until meat and veggies are covered. Stir well.
- Simmer to perfection: Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let simmer for 2-2.5 hours until beef is tender, stirring occasionally.
- Final touches: Taste and adjust seasoning. For a thicker stew, simmer uncovered for an additional 30 minutes before serving hot.
Notes
Serve with crusty bread or cornbread to soak up the juices. Pairs well with a glass of red wine.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 150 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Braising
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: beef stew, comfort food, apple cider stew, fall recipes, hearty meals