Italian-Style Beef Ragu with Cheesy Polenta Recipe

Name: Italian-Style Beef Ragu with Cheesy Polenta Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup quick-cooking polenta; 3/4 cup (3 ounces) grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese; 1/4 cup cream cheese or mascarpone; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 pound ground beef; 1 cup chopped yellow onion; 1 garlic clove, minced; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano; 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper; 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt; 1 (28-ounce) can crushed fire-roasted tomatoes; 1/2 cup torn fresh basil leaves

Servings: persons

1 cup quick-cooking polenta
3/4 cup (3 ounces) grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese
1/4 cup cream cheese or mascarpone
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 pound ground beef
1 cup chopped yellow onion
1 garlic clove, minced
1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary
1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1 (28-ounce) can crushed fire-roasted tomatoes
1/2 cup torn fresh basil leaves

1
Cook polenta in a medium saucepan according to package directions.
2
At the end, stir in 1/3 cup cheese and cream cheese.
3
Meanwhile, heat oil in a large frying pan over high heat.
4
Cook beef, onion, and garlic, stirring often to break up meat, until meat is no longer pink, about 5 minutes.
5
Transfer beef mixture to a plate using a slotted spoon and discard excess fat.
6
Return meat to the pan and add rosemary, oregano, red pepper, 1/8 teaspoon salt; cook for 4 minutes, stirring frequently.
7
Add tomatoes, simmer on low heat to meld flavors, 8 to 10 minutes.
8
Divide polenta evenly among 4 shallow bowls.
9
Top each serving with beef mixture, a sprinkling of basil, and the remaining cheese.

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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

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup quick-cooking polenta, 3/4 cup (3 ounces) grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, 1/4 cup cream cheese or mascarpone, 1 tablespoon olive oil, and more.

Yes, Italian-Style Beef Ragu with Cheesy Polenta Recipe 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!