Description
Apple Cider Beef with Mashed Sweet Potatoes is a heartwarming dish that beautifully combines tender beef medallions marinated in apple cider with the creamy sweetness of mashed sweet potatoes. Perfect for cozy family dinners or special occasions, this recipe delivers rich flavors and comfort in every bite. The apple cider adds a delightful twist, making it an ideal choice for your fall menu. With straightforward preparation steps and accessible ingredients, this dish is not only delicious but also manageable for busy weeknights.
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 (fresh or dried)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 2 tablespoons butter (or plant-based alternative)
- ¼ cup heavy cream or milk (or dairy-free alternative)
- Optional: ¼ teaspoon cinnamon
Instructions
- Marinate beef medallions in a bowl with ½ cup apple cider, garlic, thyme, salt, and pepper for at least 15 minutes.
- Boil salted water in a large pot. Add sweet potatoes and cook until tender (15-20 minutes). Drain and return to pot.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear marinated beef for about 3-4 minutes on each side until browned. Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, sauté onions until softened, then add reserved marinade and remaining apple cider; bring to a simmer.
- Return beef to the skillet, cover, and cook until internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C), about 10-15 minutes.
- For mashed sweet potatoes, add butter, cream/milk, salt, and cinnamon; mash until smooth.
- Serve beef over mashed sweet potatoes with sauce drizzled on top.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Searing/Boiling/Mashing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 300g)
- Calories: 525
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 430mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 115mg