Fall Apple Cider Stew Potatoes (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Stew

01 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
02 - 2 tablespoons butter
03 - 3/4 lb top sirloin cubes
04 - Salt and pepper to taste
05 - 2 cups apple cider
06 - 1/2 cup beef broth
07 - 1 large onion, chopped
08 - 2 medium carrots, peeled and chopped

→ Mashed Potatoes

09 - 6 large potatoes
10 - 1/4 cup milk
11 - 1/4 cup sour cream
12 - 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
13 - 3 tablespoons chives

# Instructions:

01 - Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
02 - In a large pan, melt butter with olive oil over medium-high heat. Season beef with salt and pepper; brown in the pan for about 6-8 minutes.
03 - Add chopped onions and carrots, cooking for another 4-5 minutes until softened.
04 - Sprinkle flour over the mixture, stir well, then add apple cider and beef broth. Bring to a boil.
05 - Transfer the mixture to an oven-safe baking dish, cover tightly, and bake for 1 to 1½ hours.
06 - For mashed potatoes, boil peeled and chopped potatoes in salted water until tender (15-20 minutes).
07 - Drain the boiled potatoes, then mash with milk, sour cream, cheese, and chives until creamy.
08 - Serve the stew generously over mashed potatoes.

# Notes:

01 - For a deeper flavor, allow the beef to brown thoroughly before adding the vegetables.

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