Save It A cozy autumn dish featuring cider-braised beef stew served over creamy cheddar mashed potatoes with fresh chives—comfort food perfect for chilly evenings.
This dish is a family favorite during the fall months when fresh apple cider is available. I love how the flavors meld together to create a warm comforting meal.
Ingredients
- Stew: 1 tablespoon olive oil, 2 tablespoons butter, 340 grams (3/4 pound) top sirloin cut into cubes, salt to taste, black pepper to taste, 2 cups apple cider (preferably freshly pressed), 1/2 cup beef broth, 1 large onion chopped, 2 medium carrots peeled and chopped, 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- Mashed Potatoes: 6 large potatoes peeled, 1/4 cup milk, 1/4 cup sour cream, 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese shredded, 3 tablespoons chives finely chopped, salt to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C)
- Brown beef:
- Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season the beef with salt and black pepper then add to the hot pan. Sear until browned on all sides about 6 8 minutes
- Sauté vegetables:
- Add chopped onion and carrots to the skillet with the beef. Sauté stirring occasionally until onions are translucent and carrots are starting to soften about 4 5 minutes
- Add flour:
- Sprinkle flour over the beef and vegetables stirring well to coat. Cook for 1 2 minutes
- Add liquids:
- Pour in apple cider and beef broth scraping up any browned bits from the pan. Bring the mixture to a boil
- Bake stew:
- Transfer the mixture to an oven-safe Dutch oven or casserole dish. Cover tightly and bake in the preheated oven until beef is fork-tender and the sauce has thickened 60 90 minutes
- Cook potatoes:
- Meanwhile place potatoes in a large pot and cover with water. Bring to a boil and cook until tender about 20 25 minutes. Drain well and return potatoes to the pot
- Mash potatoes:
- Mash the potatoes with milk sour cream shredded cheddar cheese and chopped chives until smooth and creamy. Season with salt as needed
- Serve:
- To serve spoon mashed potatoes onto plates and generously top with apple cider beef stew. Garnish with extra chives if desired
Save It This recipe creates wonderful family moments especially on chilly evenings when everyone gathers for a hearty meal together.
Required Tools
Large skillet, Oven-safe Dutch oven or casserole dish, Large pot, Potato masher, Cutting board and knife, Measuring cups and spoons
Allergen Information
Contains dairy (butter milk sour cream cheddar cheese). Contains gluten (flour). Contains beef. If uncertain about ingredient sources always check product labels for hidden allergens.
Nutritional Information (per serving)
Calories 525, Total Fat 23 g, Carbohydrates 50 g, Protein 32 g
Save It This stew pairs beautifully with a dry hard cider or a medium-bodied red wine for the perfect fall meal.
Recipe FAQs
- → What cut of beef works best for this dish?
Top sirloin cubes are ideal as they hold up well during braising and become tender without falling apart.
- → Can I use store-bought apple cider?
Yes, but freshly pressed cider provides a deeper, more authentic flavor and sweetness to the dish.
- → How can I make the mashed potatoes creamier?
Using Yukon Gold potatoes and incorporating sour cream and cheddar cheese enhances creaminess and adds richness.
- → Is there a way to make this dish gluten-free?
Substitute regular flour with a gluten-free blend when thickening the stew to accommodate gluten sensitivities.
- → What wine pairs well with these flavors?
A medium-bodied red wine or a dry hard cider complements the savory and sweet notes beautifully.