# Apple Cider Stews This Homemade Soup Dish Incorporates Apple Flavors for Fall By M | Published 2015-09-19 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/homemade-soup References: [sheknows](http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/1095243/apple-cider-beef-stew) & [sheknows](http://www.sheknows.com/) As the cooler weather kicks in foodies often crave more hearty dishes to satisfy their hunger and to keep warm making this homemade soup filled with apple cider, veggies and a beef-base broth an ideal pick-me-up on chiller days. The [rich beef stew](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beef-association) cleverly incorporates apple flavors that are plentiful during the autumn months. Brandy O'Neill recently shared a delicious recipe for homemade stew that features a variety of fresh ingredients filled with nutrients, proteins and vitamins. The soup begins with a base of stewing meat that is sauteed in a pan. Then to create the stalk apple cider is added to give the stew a sweet aroma along with beef stock and spices. Once the base is set you can add whatever veggies you'd like to soup including potatoes, peas, carrots and other [root vegetables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/purple-carrots-october-menu). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.1/10 - Popularity: 20% | Activity: 6% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Hearty Fall Soups:** Opportunity to create innovative soup recipes that incorporate seasonal flavors and ingredients like apple cider. - **Homemade Stew Creations:** Disruptive innovation potential in developing unique homemade stew recipes using unconventional ingredients like apple cider. - **Nutrient-rich Soup Varieties:** Opportunity to create soup recipes that not only taste delicious but also provide essential nutrients and vitamins. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Food and Beverage:** Innovative soup recipes can disrupt the food and beverage industry by offering unique flavor combinations and healthier options. - **Hospitality:** Hotels and restaurants can take advantage of the trend by offering new and creative soup dishes on their menus, attracting customers looking for comfort food with a twist. - **Farm-to-table:** The farm-to-table industry can benefit from incorporating seasonal ingredients like apple cider into their soups, creating a farm-fresh and sustainable dining experience. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Fall Spice Apple Ciders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fall-spice-apple-cider.md) - [Spiced Apple Ice Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-apple-series.md) - [Apple-Themed Menu Items](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/applethemed-menu.md) - [Hearty Premium Beef Soups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/angus-beef-barley-soup.md) - [Superfood Fall Soups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/superfood-fall-soups.md) - [Apple-Topped Acai Bowls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apple-crisp-bowl.md) - [Autumnal Balsamic Vinegars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apple-cider-balsamic-vinegar.md) - [Warming Apple Cinnamon Oatmeals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/warm-apple-oatmeal-bowl.md) - [Maple-Laced Spiced Ciders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spiced-ciders.md)