INGREDIENTS
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3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
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1 large onion, sliced
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2 large leeks, sliced and rinsed (white and light green parts)
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1 teaspoon dried thyme
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2 pounds beef stew meat, cut into 1 ½ to 2 inch chunks
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2 teaspoons Kosher salt
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Freshly ground pepper to taste
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2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
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2 tablespoons apple brandy, Calvados, cognac or brandy (optional)
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1 ½ cups cider, or more as needed
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1 tablespoon cider vinegar
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2 tablespoons tomato paste
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2 large baking potatoes, peeled and cubed
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3 large carrots, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
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