Beef Ragu

🔥 Instructions

1. Sear the beef: Pat dry, season, and brown in olive oil. Set aside.
2. Sauté veggies: Cook garlic, onion, carrots, and celery until soft.
3. Build the sauce: Add tomatoes, paste, bouillon, wine, water, thyme, bay leaves, and beef (with juices).
4. Slow cook: Simmer gently for 2 hours covered, then shred beef and simmer uncovered for 30 minutes to thicken.
5. Cook pasta: Boil pappardelle until al dente.
6. Combine: Toss pasta with 5 cups of ragu and ¾ cup pasta water until sauce clings to noodles.
7. Serve: Top with Parmigiano Reggiano and parsley.

🕒 Total time: ~2 hrs 50 min 🔥 Calories per serving: ~678