Description
Apple Cider Beef with Mashed Sweet Potatoes combines tender beef medallions marinated in a sweet and tangy apple cider sauce, served alongside creamy and flavorful mashed sweet potatoes. This comforting dish is perfect for family dinners or special occasions, showcasing rich flavors and easy preparation that will impress your guests. With a blend of savory and sweet, it’s a delightful meal that brings warmth to your table. Enjoy this wholesome recipe that satisfies both the palate and the soul!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 pounds beef tenderloin (cut into medallions)
- 1 cup apple cider
- 1 medium onion (sliced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
- 2 large sweet potatoes (peeled and cubed)
- 2 tablespoons butter (for mash)
- ¼ cup heavy cream or milk
Instructions
- Marinate the beef: In a bowl, mix beef medallions with ½ cup of apple cider, garlic, thyme, salt, and pepper. Let it marinate for at least 15 minutes.
- Cook the sweet potatoes: Boil cubed sweet potatoes in salted water for about 15-20 minutes until tender. Drain and set aside.
- Sear the beef: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear beef for about 3-4 minutes on each side until browned. Remove from skillet.
- Make the sauce: In the same skillet, sauté onions until softened. Add reserved marinade and remaining apple cider; bring to a simmer. Return beef to skillet and cover; cook for another 10-15 minutes.
- Prepare mashed sweet potatoes: Mix boiled sweet potatoes with butter, heavy cream or milk, salt, and cinnamon until smooth.
- Serve: Plate mashed sweet potatoes first, topped with apple cider beef and drizzled with sauce.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Searing/Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 485
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg