Cider Stew

Cozy up with a hearty bowl of Cider Stew, a comforting one-pot dish perfect for chilly evenings. This rustic recipe combines tender chunks of seared beef, hearty vegetables like carrots, potatoes, and celery, and a rich, aromatic broth infused with sweet apple cider and savory beef stock. Fresh thyme and bay leaves add earthy depth to the slow-simmered flavors, while a quick deglaze ensures no bit of caramelized goodness goes to waste. Ready in just over two hours, this soul-warming stew is ideal for family dinners or meal prep, delivering six generous servings brimming with fall-inspired flavors. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with crusty bread for the ultimate cold-weather comfort food. Perfect for keywords like "beef cider stew," "comfort food recipes," and "easy one-pot meals."

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:120 mins

Total Time:135 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 pounds beef stew meat
• 0.25 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium, diced yellow onion
• 3 large, peeled and sliced carrots
• 2 sliced celery stalks
• 3 medium, peeled and cubed russet potatoes
• 3 minced garlic cloves
• 2 cups apple cider
• 3 cups beef broth
• 4 sprigs fresh thyme
• 2 bay leaves
• 2 tablespoons, chopped (optional for garnish) fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, toss the beef stew meat with the flour, salt, and ground black pepper until evenly coated.

Step 2

Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Sear the beef in batches until browned on all sides. Remove the browned pieces and set aside on a plate.

Step 3

In the same pot, add the diced onion and sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened. Add the garlic and cook for another minute, stirring frequently.

Step 4

Stir in the carrots, celery, and potatoes. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally to ensure even cooking.

Step 5

Return the seared beef to the pot. Pour in the apple cider and beef broth, scraping the bottom of the pot with a wooden spoon to deglaze and lift any flavorful bits.

Step 6

Add the fresh thyme sprigs and bay leaves. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours or until the beef is tender and the vegetables are fully cooked.

Step 7

Taste the stew and adjust salt and pepper as needed. Remove the thyme sprigs and bay leaves before serving.

Step 8

Ladle the stew into bowls and garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired. Serve hot with crusty bread on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3528.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3647.4

Total Fat 168.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 60.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.1g
Cholesterol 816.5mg	0%
Sodium 6324.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 244.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 27.7g	0%
Total Sugars 77.4g
Protein 270.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 685.8mg	0%
Iron 36.2mg	0%
Potassium 8936.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 42.4%

Protein: 30.3%

Carbs: 27.4%