Cider Beef Stew Taste of Home

3 TBS flour

1 tsp salt

1/2 tsp pepper

1 pound beef stew meat, cut into 1 inch pieces

2 TBS vegetable oil

1 cup apple cider

1/2 cup water

1 TBS vinegar

1/2 tsp dried thyme

2 large carrots, cut into 1 inch pieces

1 celery rib, cut into 1 inch pieces

1 large potato, pealed and cubed

1 medium onion sliced.

In a bowl combine flour, S&P, and beef and toss to coat. In pan brown meat in oil. Add cider, water, vinegar, and thyme and bring to boil. Reduce heat, cover and simmer for 1 hour and 45 minutes. Add vegetables and cover and simmer until soft (45 minutes) 4 servings

The apple cider really adds to the flavor!