Description
Indulge in the warmth of our Sunday Slow Cooker Beef Ragu Recipe, a comforting dish that transforms simple ingredients into a hearty meal. Perfect for family dinners or gatherings with friends, this recipe offers rich, savory flavors that develop beautifully as it simmers in your slow cooker. Picture returning home to the irresistible aroma of tender beef ragu, ready to be served over your favorite pasta. Effortless to prepare, this dish is not only delicious but also versatile enough to serve with various sides. Enjoy the cozy embrace of homemade beef ragu and create lasting memories around the dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2.5 – 3 lbs boneless beef chuck roast
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large yellow onion
- 2 large carrots
- 2 celery stalks
- 4–6 cloves garlic
- 1/4 cup tomato paste
- 1 cup dry red wine
- 1 can crushed tomatoes (28 oz)
- 1 can diced tomatoes (14.5 oz)
- 1 cup beef broth
- bay leaves
- oregano
- thyme
- rosemary
Instructions
- Pat beef cubes dry and season with salt and pepper.
- Sear beef in a skillet until browned on all sides.
- Sauté onions, carrots, celery, and garlic in the same skillet until softened.
- Stir in tomato paste; deglaze with red wine and simmer until reduced.
- Transfer vegetables to a slow cooker; layer seared beef on top. Add crushed tomatoes, diced tomatoes, broth, and herbs.
- Cook on LOW for 6-8 hours or HIGH for 3-4 hours until beef is tender.
- Shred beef and return to sauce; adjust seasoning before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 6–8 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (245g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 630mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg