Beef Stew with Apples and Prunes
Indulge in the warmth of our hearty Beef Stew with Apples and Prunes, a comforting dish that’s sure to become a family favorite. This stew features tender beef shoulder combined with sweet apples and rich prunes, creating a delightful balance of savory and sweet flavors. Perfect for chilly evenings or meal prepping, it’s easy to make in just one pot, allowing you to spend quality time with loved ones while your kitchen fills with tantalizing aromas. Enjoy this wholesome dish alongside creamy mashed turnips or crusty bread, and experience the joy of a home-cooked meal.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 90 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Stewing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 ½ – 4 lb beef shoulder
- 1 large onion
- 2 cloves garlic
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup prunes
- 2 apples
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
Instructions
- Trim excess fat from the beef shoulder and cut it into 2-inch chunks. Pat dry to enhance browning.
- Heat a Dutch oven over medium-high heat, add olive oil, and brown the beef chunks in batches until golden. Set aside.
- In the same pot, sauté diced onions until softened (3-4 mins), then add minced garlic for added aroma.
- Deglaze with apple juice, scraping up browned bits from the bottom. Return beef, add chicken broth, and bring to a simmer.
- Cover and let simmer for an hour; skim excess fat if necessary.
- After an hour, stir in prunes and sliced apples; simmer for an additional few minutes.
- Mix cornstarch with some stew liquid to create a slurry, then stir back into the pot until thickened.
- Serve hot alongside your favorite sides.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
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