Crockpot Cider Beef Stew
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This classic beef stew recipe is easy and delicious. The addition of apple cider gives it a nice sweetness and depth of flavor. This beef stew is made with stew beef, potatoes, carrots, and apple cider in a slow cooker.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 to 2 pounds lean beef stew meat
- 8 carrots (sliced thin)
- 6 medium potatoes (sliced thin)
- 2 apples (chopped)
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1/2 teaspoon thyme
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 2 cups apple cider
Steps to Make It
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Place carrots, potatoes, and apples in the bottom of a slow cooker. Add meat and sprinkle with salt, thyme, and chopped onion. Pour cider over meat.
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Cover and cook on low heat for 8 to 10 hours.
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Thicken juices with a flour and cold water mixture (about 1 1/2 to 2 tablespoons flour and 2 tablespoons water), cooking on high in slow cooker until thickened. Alternately, transfer the stew to a large stockpot over medium heat and cook down juices before thickening.