CIDER BEEF STEW

CIDER BEEF STEW image

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.