Description
Indulge in the comforting embrace of Braised Beef Pasta, a delightful dish that combines tender, slow-cooked beef in a rich sauce with your choice of pasta. This heartwarming meal is perfect for family gatherings, cozy nights in, or special occasions. The slow-cooking process allows the beef to absorb aromatic herbs and spices, creating a deeply satisfying flavor profile. Top it off with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh herbs for an irresistible finish. Experience this rustic Italian comfort food that brings warmth and joy to every table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound beef chuck
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large onion
- 2 carrots
- 2 stalks celery
- 4 cloves garlic
- 1 cup red wine
- 2 cups beef broth
- 14 ounces diced tomatoes (canned)
- 12 ounces pasta (pennette or fettuccine)
- Grated Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley for serving
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat; season beef with salt and pepper. Sear until browned on all sides, then set aside.
- In the same pot, sauté chopped onion, carrots, and celery for about 5-7 minutes until softened. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute.
- Deglaze the pot with red wine, scraping up any browned bits; simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- Return beef to the pot and add broth, tomatoes, oregano, and thyme. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover; simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours until the beef is tender.
- Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente; drain.
- Combine cooked pasta with the beef sauce; adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Serve topped with grated Parmesan cheese and chopped parsley.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe (about 350g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 710mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 90mg