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Cider Beef Stew

Cider Beef Stew
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
2 ServingsPrep: 20 min. Cook: 2-1/2 hours

Ingredients

  • 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

Directions

  • 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. Yield: 2 servings.
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Nutrition Facts: 1 serving equals 373 calories, 15 g fat (3 g saturated fat), 70 mg cholesterol, 668 mg sodium, 34 g carbohydrate, 4 g fiber, 25 g protein.
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