Autumn Beef and Cider Stew

Name: Autumn Beef and Cider Stew
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 pounds beef Stew Meat, cut into 1 to 1-1/2-inch pieces; 2 slices bacon, cut into 1/2-inch pieces; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon pepper; 1 can (10-1/2 ounces) condensed French onion soup; 1 cup apple cider; 1 pound sweet potatoes, peeled, cut into 1-inch pieces (about 3 cups); 1/3 cup unsweetened dried cranberries

Beef stew braised in apple cider and French onion soup with sweet potatoes and cranberries, finished with bacon for depth and richness.

Glycemic Load: 20.6 (High)

673 calories per serving

Serves: 4

lunch

Original recipe: www.beefitswhatsfordinner.com

About This Calculation

Autumn Beef and Cider Stew has a high glycemic load of 20.6 per serving — significant blood sugar impact — consider pairing with protein and fiber, or adjusting portion size.

The primary glycemic load contributors are sweet potato (GL 12.2), unsweetened dried cranberries (GL 4.7), apple cider (GL 2.4). These ingredients account for the majority of the carbohydrate impact per serving.

Glycemic load is calculated as GL = (GI × Net Carbs per serving) ÷ 100, where GI is the glycemic index and net carbs exclude dietary fiber. Calculations draw on established nutritional references including USDA FoodData Central values and peer-reviewed glycemic index research.