Beef Ragù

Savor the rich, hearty flavors of this Beef Ragu that'll transport you straight to Italy. With tender, slow-cooked beef and a robust tomato sauce, this dish is perfect for cozying up on a chilly evening.

Instructions

1. 1

   Season the meat on all sides with salt and pepper.

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   Heat a large heavy pot with a lid over medium-high heat. Add a tablespoon of olive oil and brown the meat in batches until a crust forms, turning to ensure even color on all sides.

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   Once one batch is done, set aside in a bowl or plate with a lip, add another fresh tablespoon of olive oil and continue until all the meat is brown.

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   Add another tablespoon of oil to the pan and sauté the onion, carrot, celery, and garlic until softened, about 3-4 minutes.

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   Pour in the wine and let it boil off and reduce until barely any remains in the pan.

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   Next, add the browned meat back to the pan, along with the tomato paste. Stir until tomato paste is coating all the ingredients and allow the paste to toast slightly.

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   Pour in the tomatoes, stock, and herb bundle and stir, bring to a simmer and cover with a lid.

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   Allow to simmer for 3 hours, stirring occasionally. Alternatively, if your pot and lid are oven safe, cook in a 325˚F (170˚C) oven for 3 hours.

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   Remove the herb bundle and beef shank.

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    Pull the meat from the oxtail. Using a fork or tongs, discarding the bone and any extra cartilage or extra fat. Add the meat back to the ragu and stir.

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    Skim off any extra fat from the top of the ragu.

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    Cook pasta in boiling salted water until al dente. Reserve 1 cup (120 ml) of the pasta water before draining.

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    Add a few ladlefuls of ragu, the pasta, and a splash of pasta water to a large pot, gently stir to coat the pasta in the ragu.

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    Add a handful of cheese and stir to melt into the sauce.

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    Garnish with more cheese and fresh parsley before serving.

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    Enjoy!

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