Description
Indulge in the comforting warmth of our Sunday Slow Cooker Beef Ragu Recipe, a perfect choice for family gatherings or cozy weeknight dinners. This hearty dish brings together tender beef and a rich tomato sauce, simmered to perfection in your slow cooker. With minimal prep and maximum flavor, this Italian classic is versatile enough to pair beautifully with pasta, polenta, or crusty bread. Experience the satisfaction of homemade ragu without the fuss, making it an ideal meal prep option for busy weeks. Your family will savor every bite!
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 wine
- 1 can crushed San Marzano tomatoes (28 oz)
- 1 can diced tomatoes (14.5 oz)
- 1 cup low-sodium beef broth
- Seasonings: bay leaves, oregano, thyme, rosemary, salt, black pepper
Instructions
- Pat beef cubes dry; season with salt and pepper.
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, sear beef on all sides until browned; set aside.
- Sauté onion, carrots, and celery in the same skillet until softened; add garlic and tomato paste.
- Deglaze with red wine; let simmer until reduced.
- Transfer veggies to slow cooker; add seared beef and remaining ingredients.
- Cook on LOW for 6–8 hours or HIGH for 3–4 hours until beef is tender.
- Shred beef and mix it back into the sauce; let rest before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 6–8 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 100mg