Campfire Apple Cider Stew Recipe

Name: Campfire Apple Cider Stew Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 Tbsp. flour; 2 tsp salt; 1/2 tsp pepper; 1/2 tsp dry thyme; 2 lb beef stew meat; 3 Tbsp. extra virgin olive oil; 2 c. fresh apple cider; 1/2 c. water; 2 Tbsp. cider vinegar; 1 lrg bay leaf; 4 x carrots, sliced; 3 x potatoes, quartered, sliced; 2 x onions, sliced; 1 x celery stalk, sliced; 1 x apple, sliced

Servings: persons

3 Tbsp. flour
2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp pepper
1/2 tsp dry thyme
2 lb beef stew meat
3 Tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
2 c. fresh apple cider
1/2 c. water
2 Tbsp. cider vinegar
1 lrg bay leaf
4 x carrots, sliced
3 x potatoes, quartered, sliced
2 x onions, sliced
1 x celery stalk, sliced
1 x apple, sliced

1
Combine flour, salt, pepper, and thyme in a bowl.
2
Toss the stew beef into the flour mix.
3
Brown with extra virgin olive oil in a Dutch oven.
4
Stir in cider, water, and cider vinegar.
5
Bring to a boil.
6
Add in bay leaf.
7
Simmer meat till tender.
8
Add in balance of ingredients and cook till the vegetables are tender.
9
Preparation Time: 2 hrs
10
This can be a meal in itself.
11
The beef can be precooked at home.
12
You should finish the stew over a bed of coals on the campfire.

908

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 Tbsp. flour, 2 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp pepper, 1/2 tsp dry thyme, and more.

Yes, Campfire Apple Cider Stew Recipe falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!