Description

A warm and comforting dish combining tender beef, sweet apple cider, and creamy cheddar mashed potatoes, perfect for chilly days.

Ingredients

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 medium carrots, diced
3 tablespoons chives, chopped
1 large onion, chopped
6 large potatoes, peeled and chopped
1/2 cup beef broth
2 cups apple cider
1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, grated
1/4 cup milk
1/4 cup sour cream

Instructions

In a large pot, heat the olive oil and butter over medium heat. Add the cubed beef and sear until browned on all sides. Season with salt and black pepper. Remove the beef and set aside.
In the same pot, add the onions and carrots, and sauté until softened.
Return the beef to the pot and add the beef broth and apple cider. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Cover and let cook for about 60 minutes or until the beef is tender.
While the stew is simmering, prepare the cheddar mashed potatoes. Boil the chopped potatoes in salted water until tender, then drain. Mash the potatoes and mix in the cheddar cheese, milk, sour cream, and chives.
Serve the cider stew on top of the cheddar mashed potatoes.

Notes

For extra flavor, consider marinating the beef in apple cider for a few hours before cooking. For a thicker sauce, mix cornstarch with water during the last minutes of cooking. For a lighter version, substitute half of the potatoes with cauliflower.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 60 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 450
Sugar: 10g
Sodium: 600mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 45g
Fiber: 5g
Protein: 25g
Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: stew, apple cider, mashed potatoes, fall recipe, comfort food