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Discover the ultimate Sunday Slow Cooker Beef Ragu that transforms tender, flavorful beef into a hearty, comforting dish. Perfect for busy weeknights and lazy Sundays, this rich beef ragu is easy to make and ideal for serving over pasta, polenta, or crusty bread. With a slow cooker as your secret weapon, enjoy melt-in-your-mouth beef seasoned with aromatic herbs, tomato sauce, and savory broth. Elevate your dinner with this simple yet impressive recipe that combines convenience and incredible taste.

Ingredients

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2 lbs (900 g) beef chuck roast, cut into chunks
1 large onion, finely chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 can (28 oz) crushed San Marzano tomatoes
2 tbsp tomato paste
1 cup beef broth
1 tsp dried oregano
1 tsp dried basil
Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
2 tbsp olive oil
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

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Instructions

Start by trimming excess fat from the beef chuck and cutting it into manageable chunks. Season generously with salt and pepper. Prepare your aromatics by chopping the onion and mincing the garlic.
Preheat a skillet over medium-high heat and add 2 tbsp of olive oil. Sear the beef chunks until browned on all sides. This step enhances the flavor of your beef ragu.
Transfer the seared beef to your Crock-Pot Family-Size Slow Cooker. Add the chopped onions, garlic, crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, and beef broth. Sprinkle in the dried oregano and basil. Stir gently to combine all ingredients.
Cover and cook on low for 7-8 hours, or until the beef is fall-apart tender.
Once cooked, shred the beef with two forks. Serve hot over pasta, polenta, or crusty bread. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley.

Notes

Use well-marbled beef chuck for maximum tenderness and flavor.
Searing the beef before slow cooking adds depth of flavor.
Adjust herbs and salt according to your taste.
For extra richness, consider adding a splash of red wine during cooking.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 7-8 hours
Category: Main Course
Method: Slow Cooker
Cuisine: Italian-inspired

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup
Calories: 350 Kcal
Sugar: 8g
Sodium: 600mg
Fat: 20g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 13g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 25g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 30g
Cholesterol: 80mg