Description
Indulge in the warmth of homemade Beef Ragu, a comforting dish that transforms simple ingredients into a rich, savory delight. Slow-cooked to perfection, this hearty sauce pairs beautifully with pasta or polenta, making it ideal for family gatherings or intimate dinners. With its aromatic blend of beef and vegetables, this recipe promises an unforgettable dining experience that will leave everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs beef chuck roast
- 1 large onion, finely chopped
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (28 oz) can crushed tomatoes
- 1 cup red wine
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 bay leaf
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Sear the beef until browned on all sides (3-4 minutes per side). Remove from pot.
- In the same pot, add onions, carrots, celery, and garlic. Sauté until softened (5-7 minutes).
- Pour in red wine and scrape any browned bits from the bottom. Stir in crushed tomatoes.
- Return the seared beef to the pot. Add thyme, bay leaf, salt, and pepper.
- Reduce heat to low and cover. Simmer for 2-3 hours until meat is fork-tender.
- Before serving, remove bay leaf and serve over pasta or polenta with grated Parmesan if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg