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Recipes:
Rigatoni with Slow-Cooked Beef Ragu
Ingredients:
For the Beef Ragu
2 lbs beef chuck roast, cut into chunks
2 tbsp olive oil
1 onion, diced
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup red wine
(optional)
2 cups crushed tomatoes
1 cup beef broth
1 tsp dried thyme
1 tsp dried rosemary
Salt and pepper to taste
For the Pasta
400g rigatoni pasta
1 tbsp olive oil
For Garnish
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions:
Sear the Beef
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Season the beef chunks with salt and pepper. Sear on all sides until browned, then set aside.
Prepare the Ragu Base
In the same pot, sauté onions and garlic until fragrant. Deglaze the pot with red wine, scraping up any browned bits, then simmer for 2 minutes.
Slow-Cook the Ragu
Add crushed tomatoes, beef broth, thyme, rosemary, and the seared beef. Stir well, cover, and simmer on low heat for 2-3 hours, or until the beef is tender and shreddable.
Cook the Pasta
Boil rigatoni in salted water until al dente. Drain and toss with olive oil to prevent sticking.
Combine & Serve
Shred the beef into the ragu sauce and mix well. Toss the rigatoni in the sauce, ensuring it’s fully coated.
Garnish & Enjoy
Top with grated Parmesan and fresh parsley. Serve hot for a hearty, flavorful meal!
Perfect for cozy dinners or impressing guests!
