Beef Mince Ragu Recipe

Name: Beef Mince Ragu
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 medium leek; 2 small onion, chopped; 2 medium carrots; 2 stick celery; 1 star anise; 1 1/2 tbsp olive oil; 1 tbsp olive oil; 400 grams minced beef; 4 clove garlic; 2 tbsp worcestershire sauce; 3 stalk rosemary; 1 tsp mixed herbs; 1 tbsp tomato paste; 250 ml red wine; 1 tbsp flour; 1 beef stock cube; 1 cup red lentils; 4 piece smoked streaky bacon; 1 can chopped italian tomatoes; 1 can plum tomatoes; ml boiling water; 1 pinch salt; 1 tsp black pepper

Servings: persons

1 medium leek
2 small onion, chopped
2 medium carrots
2 stick celery
1 star anise
1 1/2 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp olive oil
400 grams minced beef
4 clove garlic
2 tbsp worcestershire sauce
3 stalk rosemary
1 tsp mixed herbs
1 tbsp tomato paste
250 ml red wine
1 tbsp flour
1 beef stock cube
1 cup red lentils
4 piece smoked streaky bacon
1 can chopped italian tomatoes
1 can plum tomatoes
ml boiling water
1 pinch salt
1 tsp black pepper

1
Brown the mince thoroughly over a high heat in olive oil.
2
The mince should be really dark, broken up and crispy (caramelised).
3
It is likely to take upwards of 15 minutes on a high heat.
4
The water will all need to be released first and evaporate- leaving a dry mince mixture which will brown properly.
5
Set aside when browned
6
Chop the bacon and fry in the olive oil until they start to look brown and crispy and the fat is released to the pan.
7
Dice all sofrito ingredients (except star anise)
8
Add the sofrito to the pan with a big pinch of salt.The star anise should be added as the onions start to soften.
9
Add the garlic and pepper when the sofrito is soft and stir for a minute
10
Add the herbs and stir in
11
Make some space in the pan and add the tomato paste.
12
Cook for a minute before stirring into the other ingredients.
13
Add the Worcestershire sauce and stir in
14
Crumble in the stock cube
15
Add the flour, stir in to combine and cook for a minute
16
Add the lentils
17
Add the wine.
18
Increase heat of necessary to reduce wine by at least two thirds
19
Add the tomatoes and enough boiling water to fully cover the mixture
20
Simmer for an hour or so until thick - not watery and delicious.
21
Adjust seasoning if required
22
Serve with fresh egg tagliatelle and parmesan

1128

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 23 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 medium leek, 2 small onion, chopped, 2 medium carrots, 2 stick celery, and more.

Yes, Beef Mince Ragu falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Beef Mince Ragu

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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