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Fall Apple Cider Stew Mash

Fall Apple Cider Stew Mash

This Fall Apple Cider Stew Mash is the ultimate cozy comfort food! Juicy sirloin beef is slow-baked in a cider-infused gravy with carrots and onions, then served over creamy mashed potatoes with cheddar and chives. Its the perfect hearty dinner for chilly nights and fall gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 2 lbs top sirloin beef, cut into cubes
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 3 large carrots, peeled and chopped
  • 12 tbsp flour
  • 1½ cups fresh apple cider
  • 1½ cups low-sodium beef broth
  • 2 lbs Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes, peeled and chopped
  • ½ cup whole milk
  • ½ cup full-fat sour cream
  • 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 2 tbsp fresh chives, chopped
  • Salt, to taste

Instructions

  1. Sear the Beef:In a large skillet, heat olive oil and butter over medium-high heat. Season sirloin cubes generously with salt and pepper. Add to skillet in a single layer and sear for 23 minutes per side until browned.
  2. Add Aromatics:Stir in chopped onion and carrots. Cook for 45 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  3. Coat with Flour:Sprinkle flour over the beef and veggies. Stir to coat and cook for 1 minute to eliminate the raw flour taste.
  4. Deglaze & Simmer:Pour in apple cider and beef broth. Scrape up browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Bring to a gentle boil, then transfer to an oven-safe Dutch oven or covered baking dish.
  5. Bake:Cover and bake at 375°F for 1 to 1½ hours until beef is fork-tender.
  6. Make Mashed Potatoes:While stew finishes, boil potatoes in salted water until fork-tender. Drain and return to pot. Add milk, sour cream, cheddar, and chives. Mash until smooth and fluffy. Season with salt to taste.
  7. Serve:Spoon mashed potatoes into bowls. Ladle the hot apple cider stew over the top. Garnish with extra chives or cheese if desired.

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