Best 9 Homemade Apple Cider Beef Stew Recipes

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Homemade apple cider beef stew is a comforting and savory dish that is perfect for a cold winter night. The beef is braised in a flavorful broth made with apple cider, beef broth, and spices, and the apples add a touch of sweetness and tartness. The beef stew is typically served over mashed potatoes or rice, and it can be garnished with fresh parsley or thyme. This article will provide you with a recipe for homemade apple cider beef stew, as well as tips for making the perfect stew.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

APPLE CIDER BEEF STEW



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Cubed stew beef combines with apples and apple cider to create a simple and sweet meal for the whole family to enjoy! Serve with a hearty, crusty bread.

Provided by CHARLESTONCSA

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Stews     Beef

Time 2h45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
½ teaspoon dried thyme
2 pounds cubed beef stew meat
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 ½ cups apple cider
¾ cup water
¼ cup apple cider vinegar
1 large bay leaf
4 carrots, sliced
3 potatoes, cubed
2 onions, diced
2 celery stalks, chopped
1 large McIntosh apple, sliced

Steps:

  • Combine flour, salt, pepper, and thyme in a bowl. Toss beef cubes in the flour mixture.
  • Heat olive oil in a Dutch oven or large pot over medium-high heat. Working in batches, brown beef cubes on all sides. Combine browned meat, apple cider, water, and cider vinegar in the pot and bring it to a boil. Add bay leaf; reduce heat to low. Simmer, partially covered, for 1 hour.
  • Stir in carrots, potatoes, onions, celery, and apple and simmer until the vegetables are tender, about 1 hour more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 525.9 calories, Carbohydrate 51.5 g, Cholesterol 81.3 mg, Fat 22.2 g, Fiber 6.1 g, Protein 29.9 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Sodium 891.1 mg, Sugar 21.4 g

APPLE CIDER BEEF STEW



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I created this slow cooker recipe using convenience products to save time chopping vegetables and browning beef. Apple cider and cinnamon are the unique additions that give a down-home flavor to this oh-so-easy and economical stew. It also makes a rich, flavorful potluck dish for holiday gatherings or on busy school nights. -Margaret Wilson, Sun City, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 6h35m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

4 cups frozen vegetables for stew (about 24 ounces), thawed
1 can (8 ounces) sliced water chestnuts, drained
1 jar (4-1/2 ounces) sliced mushrooms, drained
1 tablespoon dried minced onion
2 envelopes brown gravy mix
2 tablespoons onion soup mix
2 teaspoons steak seasoning
1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 pounds beef stew meat, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) beef broth
1-1/4 cups apple cider or unsweetened apple juice
1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
1 bay leaf
3 tablespoons cornstarch
1/3 cup cold water

Steps:

  • Place the vegetables, water chestnuts, mushrooms and onion in a 5-qt. slow cooker. In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the gravy mix, soup mix, steak seasoning and cinnamon; add beef, a few pieces at a time, and shake to coat. Add to slow cooker. , Combine the broth, cider and tomato sauce; pour over beef. Add bay leaf. Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or until meat is tender. , Combine cornstarch and water until smooth; stir into stew. Cover and cook on high for 15 minutes or until thickened. Discard bay leaf.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 197 calories, Fat 6g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 48mg cholesterol, Sodium 748mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 17g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

HOMEMADE APPLE CIDER BEEF STEW



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It's especially nice to use this recipe in fall, when the weather gets crisp and Nebraska's apple orchards start selling fresh apple cider. This entree's subtle sweetness is a welcome change from other savory stews. We enjoy it with biscuits and slices of apple and cheddar cheese. -Joyce Glaesemann, Lincoln, Nebraska

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 2h15m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 pounds beef stew meat, cut into 1-inch cubes
2 tablespoons canola oil
3 cups apple cider or juice
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) reduced-sodium beef broth
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
4 medium carrots, cut into 3/4-inch pieces
3 celery ribs, cut into 3/4-inch pieces
2 medium onions, cut into wedges
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup water
Fresh thyme sprigs, optional

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, brown beef on all sides in oil over medium-high heat; drain. Add the cider, broth, vinegar, salt, thyme and pepper; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 1-1/4 hours. , Add the potatoes, carrots, celery and onions; return to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 30-35 minutes or until beef and vegetables are tender. , Combine flour and water until smooth; stir into stew. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. If desired, serve with fresh thyme.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 330 calories, Fat 12g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 72mg cholesterol, Sodium 628mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 24g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

APPLE CIDER BEEF STEW



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Make and share this Apple Cider Beef Stew recipe from Food.com.

Provided by 1017932

Categories     Stew

Time 6h30m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

4 cups frozen vegetables, for stew thawed (about 24 oz)
1 (8 ounce) can sliced water chestnuts, drained
1 (4 1/2 ounce) jar sliced mushrooms, drained
1 tablespoon dried onion flakes
2 (8 ounce) envelopes brown gravy mix
2 tablespoons onion soup mix
2 teaspoons steak seasoning
1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 lbs beef stew meat, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can beef broth
1 1/4 cups apple cider, or
1 1/4 cups unsweetened apple juice
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 bay leaf
3 tablespoons cornstarch
1/3 cup cold water

Steps:

  • Place the first four ingredients in a 5-qt slow cooker. In a large, resealable plastic bag, combine the gravy mix, soup mix, steak seasoning, and cinnamon; add beef, a few pieces at a time, and shake to coat. Add to slow cooker.
  • Combine the broth, cider and tomato sauce; pour over beef. Add bay leaf. Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or until meat is tender.
  • Combine cornstarch and water until smooth; stir into stew. Cover and cook on high for 15 minutes or until thickened. Discard bay leaf.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 445.2, Fat 23.5, SaturatedFat 9, Cholesterol 80.2, Sodium 2247.7, Carbohydrate 31.7, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 4.4, Protein 25.9

CIDER BEEF STEW



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When I was a new bride 25 years ago, this recipe was inside a serving dish I received as a gift. It's great on winter evenings served with a loaf of fresh bread. The cider and vinegar help tenderize the meat and provide wonderful flavor to this hearty stew. -Carol Hendrickson, Laguna Beach, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 2h50m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 pound beef stew meat, cut into 1-inch pieces
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 cup apple cider
1/2 cup water
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
2 large carrots, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 celery rib, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 large potato, peeled and cubed
1 medium onion, sliced

Steps:

  • In a large resealable plastic bag, combine flour, salt and pepper. Add beef, a few pieces at a time, and shake to coat. In a large saucepan, brown beef in oil; drain. Stir in the cider, water, vinegar and thyme; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 1 hour and 45 minutes or until the meat is tender. , Add the carrots, celery, potato and onion; return to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 45 minutes or until vegetables are tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 381 calories, Fat 15g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 70mg cholesterol, Sodium 671mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 25g protein.

HOMEMADE APPLE CIDER



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Homemade apple cider.

Provided by scollins

Categories     Drinks Recipes     Juice Recipes

Time 7h35m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 4

10 apples, quartered
¾ cup white sugar
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
1 tablespoon ground allspice

Steps:

  • Place apples in a large stockpot and add enough water cover by at least 2 inches. Stir in sugar, cinnamon, and allspice. Bring to a boil. Boil, uncovered, for 1 hour. Cover pot, reduce heat, and simmer for 2 hours.
  • Strain apple mixture though a fine mesh sieve. Discard solids. Drain cider again though a cheesecloth lined sieve. Refrigerate until cold.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 83.2 calories, Carbohydrate 21.9 g, Fat 0.2 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 0.3 g, Sodium 1.2 mg, Sugar 18.3 g

CIDER STEW



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I got this recipe a long time ago from a book called, "Great Recipes From The New York Times." It's one of my most requested recipes. The sauce is delicious, especially sopped up with some fresh, crusty bread, and I always double the sauce and seasoning ingredients when I make it. The stew comes out great anytime, but even moreso during apple season when fresh cider is available, since the better the cider, the better the stew. Hope you enjoy it. (Note that the recipe calls for bacon grease. However, I prefer using a half and half mixture of vegetable or olive oil and butter).

Provided by Charmed

Categories     Stew

Time 3h10m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil (see note)
1 1/2 tablespoons butter (see note)
3 large onions, sliced
3 tablespoons flour
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon thyme
2 lbs stewing beef
pepper
1 tablespoon ketchup
2 cups good quality apple cider
3 large potatoes, cut in chunks
3 large carrots, sliced thick

Steps:

  • On a medium to medium-high heat, in a large skillet or dutch oven with a cover, heat the fat and cook the onions until browned.
  • While the onions are browning, mix the flour with the salt, pepper and thyme.
  • When onions are browned, remove them from the pan, set aside, and add the beef.
  • When the beef browns, replace the onions and add the flour mixture.
  • Stir to coat all.
  • Add the cider and ketchup, and bring to a boil, stirring occasionally.
  • Then lower the heat and simmer for 1 1/2 hours more, stirring occasionally and skimming the top of the stew if necessary.
  • Add the potatoes and carrots and simmer another 30 to 45 minutes, until the vegetables are tender.
  • NOTE: The original recipe called for 3 tbs. bacon grease, but I prefer not using that. The butter and olive oil mixture gives excellent results.
  • Also, I always double the sauce& seasoning ingredients. If you decide to also, don't forget to double the onions, oil, butter and flour also.

CIDER BEEF STEW FOR TWO



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This is a downsized recipe for when you have a taste for beef stew but don't want to eat it for days. This stew is also a little different because it has a little sweetness and a little tang to it.

Provided by Laura O.

Categories     Stew

Time 2h30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 lb beef stew meat, cut into 1-inch pieces
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 cup apple cider
1/2 cup water
1 tablespoon vinegar
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
2 large carrots, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 large potato, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 medium onion, halved and sliced

Steps:

  • Combine flour, salt, and pepper.
  • Add beef and toss to coat.
  • In a large saucepan or dutch oven, brown beef in oil.
  • Add cider, water, vinegar, and thyme.
  • Bring to a boil and then reduce heat and simmer for 1 hour or until meat is tender.
  • Add carrots, potato, and onion.
  • Return to a boil and then reduce heat and simmer 45 minutes or until vegetables are tender.

APPLE CIDER BEEF STEW



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Cubed stew beef combines with apples and apple cider to create a simple and sweet meal for the whole family to enjoy! Serve with a hearty, crusty bread.

Provided by CHARLESTONCSA

Categories     Beef Stew

Time 2h45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
½ teaspoon dried thyme
2 pounds cubed beef stew meat
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 ½ cups apple cider
¾ cup water
¼ cup apple cider vinegar
1 large bay leaf
4 carrots, sliced
3 potatoes, cubed
2 onions, diced
2 celery stalks, chopped
1 large McIntosh apple, sliced

Steps:

  • Combine flour, salt, pepper, and thyme in a bowl. Toss beef cubes in the flour mixture.
  • Heat olive oil in a Dutch oven or large pot over medium-high heat. Working in batches, brown beef cubes on all sides. Combine browned meat, apple cider, water, and cider vinegar in the pot and bring it to a boil. Add bay leaf; reduce heat to low. Simmer, partially covered, for 1 hour.
  • Stir in carrots, potatoes, onions, celery, and apple and simmer until the vegetables are tender, about 1 hour more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 525.9 calories, Carbohydrate 51.5 g, Cholesterol 81.3 mg, Fat 22.2 g, Fiber 6.1 g, Protein 29.9 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Sodium 891.1 mg, Sugar 21.4 g

Tips:

  • Choose the right cut of beef: Chuck roast, brisket, or short ribs are all good choices for beef stew. These cuts are tough but flavorful, and they will break down and become tender as they cook.
  • Sear the beef before stewing: Searing the beef in a hot pan before adding it to the stew will help to develop its flavor and create a rich brown color.
  • Use a variety of vegetables: The vegetables in beef stew add flavor, texture, and color. Choose a variety of vegetables that you enjoy, such as carrots, potatoes, onions, celery, and peas.
  • Use a good quality broth: The broth is the liquid in which the stew is cooked, and it plays a big role in the flavor of the dish. Use a good quality beef broth or chicken broth, or make your own broth from scratch.
  • Season the stew well: Beef stew should be well-seasoned with salt, pepper, and other herbs and spices. Common seasonings for beef stew include garlic, onion, thyme, rosemary, and bay leaves.
  • Simmer the stew for at least 1 hour: Beef stew needs time to simmer in order for the flavors to develop and the beef to become tender. Simmer the stew for at least 1 hour, or longer if you have time.
  • Serve the stew with crusty bread or mashed potatoes: Beef stew is traditionally served with crusty bread or mashed potatoes. These side dishes help to soak up the delicious gravy from the stew.

Conclusion:

Beef stew is a classic comfort food that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. With a few simple tips, you can make a delicious and hearty beef stew that your family and friends will love.

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