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Braised Beef Ragu

A rich and hearty braised beef ragu, perfect for serving over pasta or polenta, infused with aromatic herbs and slow-cooked for maximum flavor.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Ragu
  • 2 pounds beef chuck roast cut into large chunks
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil for searing
  • 1 large onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 carrots carrots diced
  • 1 stalk celery diced
  • 1 cup red wine preferably dry
  • 1 can crushed tomatoes 28 ounces
  • 2 teaspoons dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1 bay leaf bay leaf
  • 1 cup beef broth or stock
  • Salt to taste salt
  • Black pepper to taste black pepper
For Serving
  • 1 pound pasta such as pappardelle or tagliatelle
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese for garnish
  • Fresh parsley for garnish fresh parsley chopped

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
  2. In a large Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Season the beef chunks with salt and black pepper, then sear them in the hot oil until browned on all sides. Remove the beef and set aside.
  3. In the same pot, add the chopped onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for about 5 minutes until softened. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute.
  4. Pour in the red wine, scraping the bottom of the pot to deglaze. Allow it to simmer for about 5 minutes until slightly reduced.
  5. Stir in the crushed tomatoes, beef broth, oregano, basil, and bay leaf. Return the seared beef to the pot, ensuring it's submerged in the sauce.
  6. Cover the pot and transfer it to the preheated oven. Braise for 2 hours, or until the beef is tender and can be shredded easily with a fork.
  7. While the beef is braising, cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  8. Once the ragu is done, remove it from the oven. Discard the bay leaf and shred the beef into the sauce. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed. Serve the ragu over pasta, garnished with grated Parmesan and fresh parsley.

Nutrition

Calories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 35gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 8g

Notes

For extra flavor, consider adding a splash of balsamic vinegar or a pinch of red pepper flakes to the ragu. This dish can also be made ahead of time and reheated, as the flavors deepen over time.

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