Fall Apple Cider Stew Mash Recipe

Prep Time 25 mins
Cook Time 1 hr
Rest Time 5 mins
Total Time 1 hr 30 mins
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Cooking Temp: 180  C
Servings: 4
Best Season: Fall
Description

A warm, cozy, and deeply flavorful Fall Apple Cider Stew Mash made with tender vegetables, spiced apple cider, mashed potatoes, and aromatic herbs. This dish captures the heart of autumn with natural sweetness from apples, savory broth, and slow-simmered comfort. Perfect for chilly evenings, family gatherings, or as a seasonal centerpiece, this stew mash delivers the perfect balance of hearty textures and fall-inspired warmth.

Ingredients
    For the Stew Base
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 large onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 medium carrots, sliced
  • 2 medium potatoes, diced
  • 2 medium apples, peeled and cubed (preferably Honeycrisp or Gala)
  • 1 cup apple cider (unsweetened or lightly sweetened)
  • 2 cups vegetable broth (or chicken broth)
  • 1 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 0.5 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 tsp dried rosemary
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 tsp salt (or to taste)
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp flour mixed with 2 tbsp water (slurry for thickening)
    • For the Creamy Mash
  • 4 large potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 0.5 cup warm milk
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.25 tsp white pepper
  • 0.25 tsp garlic powder (optional)
    • For Garnish
  • Fresh thyme sprigs
  • A drizzle of olive oil
  • Optional: Crispy fried onions
Instructions
    Prepare the Vegetables
  1. 1
    Wash, peel, and chop all vegetables and apples. Keep everything evenly sized so they cook at the same rate.
    2. Sauté the Aromatics
  2. 2
    Heat olive oil in a deep pot over medium heat. Add onions and cook until softened and lightly golden. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant.
    3. Build the Fall Flavors
  3. 3
    Add carrots, diced potatoes, and apple cubes. Stir well. Add tomato paste, smoked paprika, cinnamon, nutmeg, thyme, and rosemary. Cook for 2–3 minutes to toast the spices and deepen the flavor.
    4. Add Liquids and Simmer
  4. 4
    Pour in apple cider, vegetable broth, soy sauce, and add the bay leaf. Bring the mixture to a simmer. Cover the pot and cook on low heat for 35–40 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
    5. Thicken the Stew
  5. 5
    Add your flour slurry and stir well. Let the stew cook uncovered for another 10 minutes until thick and glossy.
    6. Prepare the Creamy Mash
  6. 6
    Boil the potatoes in salted water until very soft. Drain and mash them with butter, warm milk, salt, white pepper, and garlic powder. Whip until smooth and creamy.
    7. Combine or Layer
  7. 7
    You can serve the stew over a bed of creamy mashed potatoes OR mix the mash directly into the stew for a thick, rustic “stew mash.”
    8. Optional Oven Finish
  8. 8
    Transfer the stew mash into a baking dish, drizzle olive oil, top with thyme, and bake at 180°C for 10 minutes for a slightly caramelized top.
    9. Final Touches
  9. 9
    Garnish with fresh thyme sprigs and crispy onions before serving.
Note

Use unsweetened apple cider to control sweetness.

You can substitute apples with pears for a milder flavor.

Add protein such as chicken, turkey, or chickpeas for a complete meal.

Leftovers store well for 3 days; stew thickens more overnight.

Mash can be made ahead and reheated with a splash of milk.

Keywords: fall recipe, apple cider stew, cozy dinner, autumn comfort food, hearty mash
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