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Fall Apple Cider Stew Mash

Cozy Fall Apple Cider Stew Mash for Heartwarming Nights

Enjoy the soul-nourishing flavors of fall with this cozy Fall Apple Cider Stew Mash, perfect for family-friendly dinners.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 540
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Stew
  • 2 pounds top sirloin or chuck as a budget substitute
  • 2 cups apple cider not unsweetened juice
  • 1 cup beef broth or chicken/vegetable broth
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 2 medium carrots chopped
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 2 tablespoons flour for thickening the gravy
For the Mashed Potatoes
  • 2 pounds potatoes preferably Yukon Gold
  • ½ cup milk for creaminess
  • ½ cup sour cream for tang and richness
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded, sharp preferred
  • to taste chives for garnish

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • oven-safe dish
  • pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). In a skillet, heat olive oil and butter over medium-high heat.
  2. Season top sirloin with salt and pepper and sear in the hot skillet for 6-8 minutes until browned.
  3. Remove beef, add diced onion and chopped carrots, and sauté for 4-5 minutes until translucent.
  4. Sprinkle flour over vegetables, stir for 1-2 minutes, then pour in apple cider and beef broth. Bring to a boil.
  5. Transfer mixture to an oven-safe dish, cover, and bake for 60-90 minutes until beef is fork-tender.
  6. Peel and chop potatoes, boil for 20-25 minutes until fork-tender, then mash with milk, sour cream, and cheddar.
  7. Serve creamy mashed potatoes topped with the stew and garnish with fresh chives.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 540kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 38gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 1200mgFiber: 5gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 30IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 20mg

Notes

Serve with roasted green beans or crusty bread for a complete meal. Store leftovers in airtight containers for up to 3 days in the fridge.

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