Description

Slow Cooker Beef Ragu with Pappardelle is a cozy, comforting dish that fills your home with delicious aromas. Tender, slow-cooked beef enveloped in a rich, savory sauce pairs perfectly with wide ribbons of pappardelle pasta. This recipe guarantees a delightful dining experience, whether you’re hosting friends or enjoying a quiet night in. With minimal prep and maximum flavor, it’s the ultimate comfort food for any occasion.

Ingredients

Scale

2 lbs beef chuck roast
2 tbsp olive oil
1 medium onion, diced
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 medium carrots, sliced
1 can (28 oz) whole peeled tomatoes
1 cup red wine
12 oz pappardelle pasta
Fresh basil leaves, for serving
Freshly grated Parmesan cheese, for serving

Cook Mode Prevent your screen from going dark

Instructions

1. Sear beef: In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat olive oil and sear the beef chuck roast until browned on all sides (about 4-5 minutes per side).
2. Combine ingredients: Transfer the seared beef to a slow cooker. Add diced onions, minced garlic, sliced carrots, and canned tomatoes with their juices.
3. Add red wine: Pour red wine over the ingredients in the slow cooker.
4. Season and cook: Season generously with salt and pepper. Set the slow cooker to low for 8 hours or high for 4 hours.
5. Serve: Shred the beef in the slow cooker before serving over cooked pappardelle pasta. Top with fresh basil and grated Parmesan cheese.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 8 hours
Category: Main
Method: Slow Cooking
Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 400g)
Calories: 670
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 740mg
Fat: 32g
Saturated Fat: 12g
Unsaturated Fat: 18g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 52g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 40g
Cholesterol: 100mg