Description
Experience the heartwarming flavors of this hearty Crockpot Beef Ragu, a perfect meal for family dinners or special occasions. Tender chunks of beef blend seamlessly with rich crushed tomatoes, aromatic herbs, and a savory broth, resulting in an unforgettable dish. Effortlessly made in a slow cooker, this recipe allows you to spend more time with loved ones while enjoying a comforting meal that’s both satisfying and delicious. Serve it over your favorite pasta or creamy polenta for a delightful dinner that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large onion (diced)
- 5 garlic cloves (minced)
- 2 lb chuck roast (cut into 4 pieces)
- 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 1/4 cup red grape juice
- 1.5 cups beef broth
- 3 tbsp tomato paste
- Fresh thyme and bay leaves
- Pappardelle noodles (16 oz)
Instructions
- Prepare the ingredients by dicing onions and mincing garlic. Add them to the crockpot with olive oil on high.
- Season the chuck roast with salt and pepper, then place on top of the onions.
- Pour in crushed tomatoes, grape juice, and beef broth over the roast. Add tomato paste, thyme sprigs, and bay leaves.
- Cover and cook on low for 6 hours until the beef is tender.
- Shred the beef using two forks within the sauce and set to warm.
- Cook pappardelle noodles according to package instructions.
- Serve pasta topped with ragu; garnish with parmesan cheese and fresh thyme.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 360 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 465
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 621mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 87mg