Fall Apple Cider Stew Mash
Fall Apple Cider Stew Mash is the ultimate comfort food for chilly evenings. This hearty stew combines tender chunks of boneless chuck roast with sweet apple cider, vibrant vegetables, and aromatic herbs. Each spoonful delivers a delightful blend of flavors that warms your heart and fills your belly. Perfect for family dinners or festive gatherings, this dish is a cozy hug in a bowl that will quickly become a favorite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 90 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Stewing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs boneless chuck roast
- 2 cups freshly pressed apple cider
- 3 carrots, chopped
- 1 large yellow onion, chopped
- 2 cups waxy potatoes, diced
- 3 sprigs fresh thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients by chopping vegetables into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large pot, heat oil over medium-high heat and sear the chuck roast until browned on all sides (4-5 minutes per side).
- Add chopped onions; sauté until translucent (3-4 minutes).
- Pour in apple cider and scrape any browned bits from the pot; let simmer for 5 minutes.
- Stir in carrots, potatoes, thyme, salt, and pepper. Cover and simmer on low for 1.5 hours until everything is tender.
- Remove meat from pot, shred it with two forks, then return to the pot and stir well before serving warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: For added depth of flavor, consider swapping in butternut squash or adding a pinch of cinnamon. To store leftovers, place in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days; reheat gently on the stove.