Shredded Beef Ragu with Pappardelle
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with our Shredded Beef Ragu and Pappardelle. This dish features tender, slow-cooked beef enveloped in a rich, aromatic sauce that clings perfectly to wide ribbons of pasta. It’s the ideal meal for cozy nights or impressing guests, creating an inviting atmosphere around your dinner table. With its delightful flavors and beautiful presentation, this ragu is sure to become a family favorite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours
- Total Time: 3 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Braised
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs chuck roast
- 2 medium carrots, chopped
- 1 large yellow onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 28 oz can whole tomatoes
- 1 cup beef broth
- 8 oz pappardelle pasta
- 1/2 cup red wine
- 2 tsp fresh thyme leaves
- 1 bay leaf
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients by finely chopping the onions, carrots, and garlic.
- In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil and sear the chuck roast until browned on all sides.
- Remove the beef and sauté onions, carrots, and garlic in the same pot for about 5 minutes until fragrant.
- Add canned tomatoes with juice and beef broth; break up the tomatoes.
- Stir in red wine, thyme, and bay leaf; bring to a simmer.
- Return the chuck roast to the pot; cover and simmer on low heat for about 3 hours until tender.
- Prepare pappardelle according to package instructions; serve topped with shredded beef ragu.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 510
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 51g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: For added flavor, use high-quality beef. Feel free to substitute pappardelle with your favorite pasta or add more vegetables for extra nutrients. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.