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slow cooker beef ragu

Slow Cooker Beef Ragu: 8 Tips for Perfect Comfort Food


  • Author: Julia marin
  • Total Time: 8 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

A rich and hearty slow cooker beef ragu perfect for pasta.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 lbs beef chuck roast
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 carrot, diced
  • 1 celery stalk, diced
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp dried basil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tbsp olive oil

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  2. Sear the beef on all sides until browned.
  3. Transfer beef to the slow cooker.
  4. Add onion, garlic, carrot, and celery to the slow cooker.
  5. Pour in beef broth, crushed tomatoes, and tomato paste.
  6. Add oregano, basil, salt, and pepper.
  7. Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or until beef is tender.
  8. Shred the beef and stir back into the sauce.

Notes

  • Serve with pasta or over polenta.
  • Can be refrigerated for up to 3 days.
  • Freezes well for future meals.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 8 hours
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Slow Cooker
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg

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