Description
A delicious and easy recipe for Slow-Cooked Shredded Beef Ragu Pasta, perfect for a comforting meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds beef chuck roast
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 carrot, diced
- 1 celery stalk, diced
- 1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
- 1 cup beef broth
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 pound pasta (such as pappardelle or fettuccine)
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- Grated Parmesan cheese (for serving)
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Season the beef chuck roast with salt and pepper, then sear it in the skillet for about 4-5 minutes on each side until browned. Remove the beef and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the diced onion, carrot, and celery. Sauté for about 5 minutes until the vegetables are softened. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Stir in the crushed tomatoes, beef broth, tomato paste, oregano, basil, and red pepper flakes. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
- Place the seared beef back into the skillet, cover, and reduce the heat to low. Let it cook for 4-6 hours, or until the beef is tender and easily shreds with a fork.
- Once the beef is cooked, remove it from the skillet and shred it using two forks. Return the shredded beef to the sauce and stir to combine.
- Meanwhile, cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Serve the shredded beef ragu over the cooked pasta, garnished with fresh parsley and grated Parmesan cheese.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, add a splash of red wine to the sauce while it simmers.
- You can substitute the beef chuck roast with pork shoulder or chicken thighs for a different protein option.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4-6 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg