Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Apple Cider beef with Mashed Sweet Potatoes—a perfect dish for cozy fall evenings or special family gatherings. This recipe features tender beef medallions marinated in sweet apple cider, creating a rich sauce that beautifully complements creamy mashed sweet potatoes. It’s not only delicious but also easy to prepare, making it an ideal option for busy weeknights. With its impressive presentation and wholesome ingredients, this dish will surely become a favorite at your dinner table.
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
- 2 large sweet potatoes (peeled and cubed)
- 2 tablespoons butter (for both beef and potatoes)
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
- Optional: cornstarch for thickening sauce
Instructions
- Marinate the beef with apple cider, garlic, thyme, salt, and pepper for 15 minutes to 2 hours.
- Boil cubed sweet potatoes in salted water until tender, about 15-20 minutes; drain.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat; sear marinated beef for about 3-4 minutes on each side; set aside.
- Sauté onions in the same skillet until softened.
- Pour in reserved marinade and remaining apple cider; simmer before returning beef to cook through.
- Stir in butter for richness; mash drained sweet potatoes with butter and cream until smooth.
- Serve mashed sweet potatoes topped with the apple cider beef and sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Searing/Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg