Best 10 Cider Beef Stew Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary journey with our delectable cider beef stew, a harmonious blend of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Simmered to perfection, tender beef chunks, hearty vegetables, and a rich cider-based broth create a comforting and satisfying meal. Experience the magic of this classic dish, elevated with the addition of sweet apples and aromatic spices. Our diverse collection of recipes offers variations to suit every preference, from a traditional Irish stew to a slow-cooker version for effortless preparation. Embark on a culinary adventure and discover the perfect cider beef stew recipe to warm your soul and create lasting memories around the dinner table.

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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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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

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.

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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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

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

TINK'S CIDER BEEF STEW WITH FLUFFY DUMPLINGS



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I used to use a basic cider stew recipe, but one day about 25 years ago, I went to make it and found I was out of apple cider. I did have a packet of spiced cider mix, from a holiday gift basket, though. My family loved it, so I experimented further with the recipe. I've been buying the spiced cider packets ever since, just for stew. I find it year round, usually on the top shelf of the unrefrigerated juice aisle, at the grocery store. We've tried many other good stew recipes over the years, but this is the one, with its fluffy dumplings, that my family calls comfort food. The dumplings are optional, and I still use the recipe found in my first Betty Crocker cookbook.

Provided by Tinkerbell

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 2h30m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 22

1 1/2 lbs beef stew meat, cut into 1-inch cubes
2 tablespoons flour
salt and pepper (to taste)
1 -2 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 (3/4 ounce) packet spiced apple cider
3 cups water
26 ounces beef stock (or broth)
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1 large potato, peeled and cubed
12 baby carrots, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
2 stalks celery, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 medium onion, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1/4 cup flour
1/2 cup cold water
1 1/2 cups flour (for self-rising flour, omit baking powder and salt)
2 teaspoons baking powder
3/4 teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons shortening
3/4 cup milk

Steps:

  • In a large resealable bag, shake together stew meat, flour, salt and pepper. Heat vegetable oil in large Dutch oven, and brown beef in oil. Drain, if needed.
  • Add spiced cider packet, water, beef stock, apple cider vinegar, salt, pepper, and thyme. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover and simmer 1-1/4 hours.
  • Add potato, carrots, celery, and onion. Return to a boil, then reduce, cover, and simmer 30 minutes, or until meat and veggies are tender.
  • Combine flour and cold water. (I like to shake it in a jar with a sealed lid.) Raise heat to high; slowly pour flour and water into stew, while stirring constantly. As the mixture heats it will thicken into gravy. Thicken as much or as little as you like. You may or may not use all of the flour/water mixture.
  • Make dumplings: Combine flour, baking powder and salt in a small bowl. Using a pastry blender or two knives, cut the shortening into the flour mixture until it resembles fine crumbs.
  • Stir in milk, and drop 10 spoonfuls of dough onto hot meat or vegetables (not directly onto hot liquid).
  • Cook uncovered for 10 minutes.
  • Cover and cook 10 minutes longer.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 458.5, Fat 15.7, SaturatedFat 5, Cholesterol 76.8, Sodium 1397.9, Carbohydrate 46.6, Fiber 3.6, Sugar 2.6, Protein 32.8

HOMEMADE CIDER BEEF STEW



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This stew is great on cool evenings served with biscuits. The cider and vinegar 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 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 pound beef stew meat, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 tablespoon canola oil
1/2 cup apple cider
1/4 cup water
1-1/2 teaspoons cider vinegar
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1 large carrot, cut into 1-inch pieces
1/2 celery rib, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 small potato, peeled and cubed
1/2 medium onion, sliced

Steps:

  • In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the flour, salt and pepper. Add the 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 carrot, celery, potato and onion; return to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 45 minutes or until vegetables are tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 373 calories, Fat 15g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 70mg cholesterol, Sodium 668mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 25g protein.

CIDER BEEF STEW



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Categories     Soup/Stew     Beef     Stew

Yield Serves 8

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 Pounds beef stew meat,cut into 1-inch cubes
2 Tablespoons vegetable oil
3 Cups apple cider OR juice
2 Tablespoons cider vinegar
2 teaspoons salt,Optional
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

Steps:

  • 1)In a Dutch oven,brown beef on all sides in oil over medium-high heat;drain.Add the cider,vinegar,salt if desired,thyme and pepper;bring to a boil.Reduce heat;cover and simmer for 1-1/4 hours. 2)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. 3)Combine flour and water until smooth;stir into stew.Bring to a boil;cook and stir for 2 minutes or until slightly thickened.

CIDER BEEF STEW



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Provided by Kitchen Crew

Categories     Beef

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 Tbsp flour
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp pepper
1 lb beef stew meat, cubed
2 Tbsp oil
1 c apple cider
1/2 c water
1 Tbsp vinegar
1/2 tsp thyme
2 large carrots, cut in 1
1 celery rib, chopped
1 large potato, cubed and peeled
1 medium onion, sliced

Steps:

  • 1. Mix flour, salt, and pepper and add beef and toss to coat.
  • 2. In a large saucepan, brown beef in oil.
  • 3. Add cider, water, vinegar and thyme; bring to a boil.
  • 4. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 1 hour and 45 minutes or until the meat is tender.
  • 5. Add carrots, celery, potato and onion; return to a boil.
  • 6. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 45 minutes or until vegetables are tender.

Tips:

  • Sear the beef: Searing the beef before braising adds flavor and helps to brown the meat.
  • Use a variety of vegetables: This recipe calls for carrots, celery, and onions, but you can also add other vegetables, such as potatoes, parsnips, or turnips.
  • Use a good quality cider: The cider you use will make a big difference in the flavor of the stew. Choose a cider that you enjoy drinking.
  • Simmer the stew for at least 2 hours: This will allow the flavors to meld and the beef to become tender.
  • Serve the stew with mashed potatoes, rice, or crusty bread: This will help to soak up the delicious sauce.

Conclusion:

This cider beef stew is a hearty and flavorful dish that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. So next time you are looking for a comforting and satisfying meal, give this cider beef stew a try.

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