Ingredients for - Apple Beef Stew

1. 2 pounds boneless beef chuck roast, cut into 1-inch cubes
2. 2 tablespoons butter
3. 2 medium onions, cut into wedges
4. 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
5. 1/8 teaspoon salt
6. 2 cups water
7. 2 tablespoons apple juice
8. 2 bay leaves
9. 2 whole allspice
10. 2 whole cloves
11. 2 medium carrots, sliced
12. 2 medium apples, peeled and cut into wedges

How to cook deliciously - Apple Beef Stew

1 . Stage

In a Dutch oven, over medium heat, brown beef in butter. Add onions; cook until lightly browned. Sprinkle with flour and salt. Gradually add water and apple juice. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes.

2 . Stage

Place the bay leaves, allspice and cloves in a double thickness of cheesecloth; bring up corners of cloth and tie with string to form a bag. Add to pan.

3 . Stage

Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 1-1/2 hours or until meat is almost tender.

4 . Stage

Add carrots and apples; cover and simmer 15 minutes longer or until the meat, carrots and apples are tender. Discard spice bag. Thicken if desired.