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Shredded Beef Ragu With Pappardelle

A rich and hearty shredded beef ragu served over wide pappardelle pasta, perfect for a comforting meal.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 650

Ingredients
  

For the Ragu
  • 2 pounds beef chuck roast trimmed
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil for browning
  • 1 large onion finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 can crushed tomatoes 28 oz
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon red wine vinegar optional
  • Salt to taste salt
  • Salt to taste black pepper
For the Pasta
  • 12 ounces pappardelle pasta
  • 1 tablespoon salt for pasta water
For Garnish
  • 1/2 cup fresh parsley chopped
  • 1/2 cup parmesan cheese grated

Method
 

Prepare the Ragu
  1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Season the beef chuck roast with salt and pepper, then sear it in the pot until browned on all sides, about 8-10 minutes.
  2. Remove the beef from the pot and set aside. In the same pot, add the chopped onion and garlic, sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
  3. Add the crushed tomatoes, beef broth, tomato paste, oregano, basil, and red wine vinegar to the pot. Stir to combine.
  4. Return the beef to the pot, cover, and reduce the heat to low. Simmer for about 2 hours until the beef is tender and shreds easily.
Cook the Pasta
  1. In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the pappardelle pasta according to package instructions until al dente, about 4-5 minutes.
  2. Drain the pasta and reserve a cup of pasta water. Set aside.
Combine and Serve
  1. Once the beef is cooked, remove it from the pot and shred it using two forks. Return the shredded beef to the pot and stir to combine with the sauce.
  2. If the sauce is too thick, add some reserved pasta water to reach desired consistency.
  3. To serve, place the cooked pappardelle on plates, top with the beef ragu, and garnish with chopped parsley and grated parmesan cheese.

Nutrition

Calories: 650kcalCarbohydrates: 75gProtein: 40gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6g

Notes

For extra flavor, consider adding a splash of red wine to the ragu while it simmers. This dish is even better the next day, so feel free to make it in advance!

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