Description
Indulge in this hearty beef stew with apples and prunes, where savory meets sweet in a delightful dance of flavors. This comforting dish features tender chunks of beef shoulder simmered in a rich broth, enhanced by the natural sweetness of apples and prunes. Perfect for cozy family dinners or special occasions, this stew is sure to impress both family and guests alike. Serve it with crusty bread or creamy mashed potatoes for a meal that warms the heart and satisfies the soul.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 ½ – 4 lb beef shoulder
- 1 large onion
- 2 cloves garlic
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 2 apples
- 1 cup prunes
- ½ lb turkey bacon
- 2 tbsp grainy mustard
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 2–3 sprigs fresh thyme
- 2–3 tbsp cornstarch
- kosher salt (as needed)
Instructions
- Trim excess fat from the beef shoulder and cut into 2-inch chunks. Pat dry.
- Cut turkey bacon into strips; dice onion and mince garlic.
- In a large braiser or Dutch oven over medium-high heat, season beef with salt, add olive oil, and brown beef until browned on all sides.
- Sauté turkey bacon until crispy; set aside on paper towels.
- Sauté onions for 3-4 minutes, add garlic, then deglaze pan with apple juice, stirring in mustards and thyme.
- Return beef to the pot with chicken broth; bring to a boil, reduce heat, and cover to simmer for 1 hour.
- Add prunes and apples; simmer for another 15 minutes until apples are tender.
- Mix cornstarch with reserved liquid to thicken the stew; stir back into the pot for a couple more minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 75 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Braising
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg