Sunday Slow Cooker Beef Ragu
If you’re in search of a comforting meal that brings family and friends together, this Sunday Slow Cooker Beef Ragu Recipe is exactly what you need. This dish transforms tender beef and rich tomatoes into a savory sauce that simmers throughout the day, filling your home with delicious aromas. Perfect for both cozy dinners and busy weeknights, this ragu can be served over pasta or enjoyed on its own. With minimal hands-on time required, you can relax while your slow cooker works its magic. Let’s dive into this simple yet delightful recipe!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6–8 hours
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2.5 – 3 lbs boneless beef chuck roast
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large yellow onion
- 2 large carrots
- 2 celery stalks
- 4–6 cloves garlic
- 1/4 cup tomato paste
- 1 cup dry red apple vinegar
- 1 can crushed tomatoes (28 ounces)
- 1 can diced tomatoes (14.5 ounces)
- 1 cup beef broth (low sodium)
- bay leaves
- oregano
- thyme
- rosemary
- salt
- pepper
Instructions
- Pat beef dry and season with salt and pepper.
- Sear beef in olive oil until browned; set aside.
- Cook chopped onion, carrots, celery, and garlic in the same skillet.
- Stir in tomato paste and cook briefly.
- Deglaze with apple vinegar; reduce slightly.
- Transfer to a slow cooker; add beef, tomatoes, broth, herbs, and spices.
- Cook on LOW for 6–8 hours or HIGH for 3–4 hours until beef is tender.
- Shred beef and return it to the sauce; let rest before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg