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Sunday Slow Cooker Beef Ragu

Sunday Slow Cooker Beef Ragu Recipe
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If you’re craving a cozy, hearty dish that fills your home with mouthwatering aromas, this Sunday Slow Cooker Beef Ragu Recipe is the perfect choice! This delightful recipe turns simple ingredients into a rich and savory meal, ideal for busy weeknights or family gatherings. With minimal preparation and the magic of slow cooking, you can set it and forget it while ensuring that everyone gathers around the dinner table to enjoy a comforting feast. The tender beef, infused with aromatic herbs and luscious tomatoes, creates a ragu that’s simply unforgettable.

Ingredients

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  • 2.5 – 3 lbs boneless beef chuck roast
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 large yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 2 large carrots, finely chopped
  • 2 celery stalks, finely chopped
  • 4–6 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup tomato paste
  • 1 cup dry apple vinegar
  • 1 (28-ounce) can crushed 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

Instructions

  1. Pat beef dry and season with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet; sear beef on all sides until browned. Transfer to a plate.
  3. Sauté onions, carrots, and celery in the same skillet until softened; add garlic and cook for another minute.
  4. Stir in tomato paste; cook for 2-3 minutes.
  5. Deglaze with apple vinegar; simmer until reduced by half.
  6. Combine sautéed vegetables with seared beef in the slow cooker.
  7. Add crushed tomatoes, diced tomatoes with juice, beef broth, bay leaves, oregano, thyme, rosemary; stir gently.
  8. Cook on LOW for 6-8 hours or HIGH for 3-4 hours until beef is tender.
  9. Shred beef with forks; return to sauce and rest before serving.

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