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Sunday Slow Cooker Beef Ragu Recipe

Sunday Slow Cooker Beef Ragu Recipe

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Enjoy a delightful Sunday Slow Cooker Beef Ragu Recipe that’s easy to prepare and perfect for meal prep. Try it today for a satisfying dinner!

Ingredients

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  • 2.53 lbs boneless beef chuck roast
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 large yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 2 large carrots, peeled and finely chopped
  • 2 celery stalks, finely chopped
  • 46 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup tomato paste
  • 1 cup dry apple vinegar
  • 1 can crushed San Marzano tomatoes (28 oz)
  • 1 can diced tomatoes (14.5 oz), undrained
  • 1 cup beef broth, low sodium preferred
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt, or to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, or to taste
  • Optional: Pinch of red pepper flakes for a hint of spice

Instructions

  1. Season the beef with salt and pepper.
  2. Sear the beef in olive oil until browned, then set aside.
  3. Sauté onions, carrots, and celery until softened.
  4. Add garlic and tomato paste; cook briefly.
  5. Deglaze the pan with apple vinegar.
  6. Combine everything in the slow cooker with tomatoes and broth.
  7. Cook on LOW for 6-8 hours or HIGH for 3-4 hours until beef is tender.
  8. Shred the beef and adjust seasoning before serving over pasta.

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