Description

Discover a comforting fall dinner with Apple Cider Beef with Mashed Sweet Potatoes, a recipe that marries tender smoked beef medallions simmered in a sweet apple cider reduction with velvety sweet potato mash. The dish features aromatic garlic, thyme, and butter for depth, while the creamy mash blends milk and butter for richness. Perfect for family meals, this easy-to-follow recipe delivers balanced sweet and savory flavors, ideal for cozy evenings and holiday gatherings. Serve with bread. Enjo

Ingredients

Scale

5 lbs smoked beef medallions or chops
1 cup apple cider
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp dried thyme
1 tbsp butter
2 lbs sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
1/2 cup milk
Salt to taste
Pepper to taste

Instructions

Pat the smoked beef dry and season with salt and pepper.
Heat butter in a skillet over medium‑high heat and sear the beef until browned on both sides, about 4‑5 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
In the same skillet, sauté garlic and thyme for 30 seconds.
Add apple cider, scrape browned bits, and simmer until reduced.
Return beef to the skillet, cover, and cook 15‑20 minutes until tender.
Meanwhile, boil sweet potatoes until fork‑tender, drain, and mash with milk, butter, salt, and pepper.
Plate mash, top with beef, drizzle cider glaze, and serve.

Notes

For a milder flavor
substitute apple cider with low‑sodium broth. For dairy‑free
use olive oil and almond milk. Adjust seasoning to taste. Nutrition is approximate.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Main Dish
Method: Pan‑fry
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 4 servings

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