Slow Cooked Beef Ragu Recipe

Name: Slow Cooked Beef Ragu
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 large onion (sliced); 4 garlic cloves; 2 tbsp fresh rosemary (chopped); 2 lb beef chuck roast; 1 tsp kosher salt; 1 tsp black pepper; 2 cups beef broth; 1/4 cup red wine; 1 can (6 oz) tomato paste; 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes; 12 ounces pappardelle pasta or polenta; 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese (grated)

Servings: persons

1 large onion (sliced)
4 garlic cloves
2 tbsp fresh rosemary (chopped)
2 lb beef chuck roast
1 tsp kosher salt
1 tsp black pepper
2 cups beef broth
1/4 cup red wine
1 can (6 oz) tomato paste
1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes
12 ounces pappardelle pasta or polenta
1/2 cup Parmesan cheese (grated)

1
Add the onion and garlic cloves to the bottom of a slow cooker set to high. Sprinkle the fresh rosemary over the top.
2
Season the beef with the salt and pepper, then add to the slow cooker.In a medium bowl,
3
Combine the beef broth, red wine and tomato paste. Pour the mixture over the beef.
4
Add the can of diced tomatoes to the crock pot.
5
Cook on high for 6-8 hours.
6
Reach a fork into the crock pot and the beef pulls right apart!
7
Serve it on top of creamy polenta or tossed with papparadelle pasta. Use a ladle to pour the sauce from the crock pot over the beef and polenta or pasta.
8
Top with fresh grated parmesan cheese.

1149

kcal

Calories

Fat

110

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 large onion (sliced), 4 garlic cloves, 2 tbsp fresh rosemary (chopped), 2 lb beef chuck roast, and more.

Yes, Slow Cooked Beef Ragu falls under the Pasta & Noodles 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!

Slow Cooked Beef Ragu

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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