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Sunday Slow Cooker Beef Ragu Recipe

Sunday Slow Cooker Beef Ragu Recipe
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If you’re craving a comforting dish that brings warmth and satisfaction, look no further than this Sunday Slow Cooker Beef Ragu Recipe. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this hearty meal comes together effortlessly in your slow cooker, allowing the rich flavors of tender beef and aromatic herbs to meld beautifully throughout the day. With just a bit of prep work, you can set it and forget it while enjoying the delightful aroma wafting through your home. Whether served over pasta or with crusty bread, this dish is sure to impress without keeping you tied to the kitchen.

Ingredients

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  • 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 apple vinegar
  • 1 (28-ounce) can crushed San Marzano tomatoes
  • 1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • Optional: Pinch of red pepper flakes for a hint of spice

Instructions

  1. Pat the beef dry and season with salt and pepper.
  2. In a skillet, heat olive oil and sear half of the beef cubes until browned. Remove from pan.
  3. Sauté onion, carrots, celery for about 10 minutes; add garlic and optional red pepper flakes.
  4. Stir in tomato paste; cook for a few minutes.
  5. Deglaze with apple vinegar; reduce by half.
  6. Transfer everything to the slow cooker; add tomatoes, broth, herbs.
  7. Cover and cook on LOW for 6-8 hours or HIGH for 3-4 hours until tender.
  8. Shred beef and return it to the sauce; adjust seasoning.
  9. Let rest before serving over cooked pasta with grated Parmesan and fresh herbs.

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