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Sunday Slow Cooker Beef Ragu

Sunday Slow Cooker Beef Ragu Recipe
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If you’re searching for a heartwarming dish that requires minimal effort, this Sunday Slow Cooker Beef Ragu Recipe is your answer! Perfect for lazy weekends or busy weeknights, this meal features tender beef simmered to perfection in a rich, savory sauce. As it cooks, the slow cooker fills your home with irresistible aromas, making it an ideal choice for family gatherings or cozy nights in. Serve it over your favorite pasta and watch as it brings everyone together at the table. With easy preparation and versatile serving options, this beef ragu is bound to become a staple in your kitchen!

Ingredients

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  • 2.5 – 3 lbs boneless beef chuck roast
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 large yellow onion
  • 2 large carrots
  • 2 celery stalks
  • 4–6 cloves garlic
  • 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)
  • 1 cup low-sodium beef broth
  • Bay leaves
  • Oregano
  • Thyme
  • Rosemary
  • Salt
  • Black pepper

Instructions

  1. Pat the beef dry and season with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat; sear beef cubes until browned on all sides.
  3. In the same skillet, sauté chopped onions, carrots, celery, and garlic until softened.
  4. Stir in tomato paste and cook briefly before deglazing with apple vinegar.
  5. Transfer vegetables to the slow cooker; layer seared beef on top.
  6. Add crushed tomatoes, diced tomatoes with juice, beef broth, bay leaves, and herbs.
  7. Cover and cook on LOW for 6-8 hours or HIGH for 3-4 hours until beef is tender.
  8. Shred cooked beef and return it to the sauce; let rest before serving.

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