Description
Beef Stew with Turkey Bacon, Apples, and Prunes is a delightful dish that marries savory and sweet elements for an unforgettable meal experience. This unique stew features tender beef shoulder enriched with the smokiness of turkey bacon, complemented by the natural sweetness of apples and prunes. Perfect for cozy dinners or special occasions, this hearty stew is sure to impress your family and friends. It’s not just delicious; it’s easy to prepare, making it accessible for cooks of all skill levels.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 ½ – 4 lb beef shoulder
- ½ lb turkey bacon
- 1 large onion
- 2 cloves garlic
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 can hard cider (500 ml) or apple juice
- 2 tbsp grainy mustard
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- Fresh thyme
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup prunes
- 2 apples
Instructions
- Trim excess fat from beef shoulder, cut into chunks, and pat dry. Dice onion and mince garlic.
- Heat a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat; season beef with salt and brown in batches.
- Cook turkey bacon until crispy; remove and drain on paper towels.
- Sauté onions until softened, add garlic, deglaze with hard cider, then stir in mustards and thyme.
- Return beef to the pot, add chicken broth, bring to a boil, then simmer covered on low for an hour.
- Add prunes and turkey bacon; simmer for another 15 minutes before adding quartered apples.
- Thicken stew with a cornstarch slurry; cook until desired consistency is reached.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour and 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Braising
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 100mg