Description
A cozy fall-inspired stew made with tender meat and vegetables simmered in apple cider, served over creamy mashed potatoes for a comforting seasonal meal.
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs beef chuck, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup apple cider (not vinegar)
- 2 cups beef broth
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 lbs potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 3 tablespoons butter
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add beef and brown on all sides, then remove and set aside.
- In the same pot, add onion, carrots, and celery; cook until softened.
- Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Stir in tomato paste, thyme, rosemary, cinnamon, salt, and pepper.
- Return beef to the pot and pour in apple cider and beef broth.
- Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook on low for 1.5–2 hours until beef is tender.
- Meanwhile, boil potatoes in salted water until fork-tender, about 15 minutes.
- Drain potatoes and mash with butter and milk until smooth.
- Adjust seasoning on stew and mash as needed.
- Serve the apple cider stew over a generous scoop of mashed potatoes.
Notes
- Use fresh apple cider for the best flavor.
- The stew tastes even better the next day.
- You can substitute beef with chicken thighs if preferred.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American