Best 6 Beef Ragu With Ravioli Recipes

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Indulge in the hearty and comforting flavors of Beef Ragu with Ravioli, a classic Italian dish that combines rich, slow-cooked beef ragu with tender pillows of ravioli. The ragu showcases succulent beef simmered in a flavorful broth, infused with aromatic herbs, and finished with a touch of red wine for added depth. Paired with homemade ravioli filled with a creamy blend of cheeses, this dish is a symphony of textures and tastes that will warm your soul. Additionally, the article includes variations of the classic Beef Ragu with Ravioli, such as a vegetarian version featuring roasted vegetables and a white wine-based sauce, as well as a spicy variation that incorporates chili flakes and chipotle peppers for a fiery kick. Whether you prefer the traditional beef ragu or are looking to explore new flavor combinations, this collection of recipes has something for every palate.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

CINNAMON-SCENTED RICOTTA RAVIOLI WITH BEEF RAGù



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Categories     Cookies     Sauce     Beef     Ricotta     Cinnamon     Pastry     Simmer     Boil

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 22

Cinnamon-Scented Ravioli
2 (15-ounce) containers whole-milk ricotta cheese
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 egg, lightly beaten
72 small square wonton wrappers
Beef Ragù
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 pound ground beef
1 carrot, peeled and chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons tomato paste
3/4 cup dry red wine
3 1/2 cups marinara sauce (store-bought or homemade; see page 224)
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, for serving
1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese, for serving

Steps:

  • To make the ravioli: Combine the ricotta, basil, cinnamon, salt, nutmeg, pepper, and egg in a large mixing bowl. Stir to combine. Place 8 to 10 wonton squares on a dry work surface. Spoon 1 tablespoon of the ricotta mixture into the middle of each square. Dip a pastry brush in a bit of water and wet the square around the ricotta mixture. Place another square over the filling. Carefully smooth out all the air bubbles and press firmly around the ricotta mixture to create a seal. Use a 2 3/4-inch square cookie cutter or a 3-inch round cookie cutter to cut out a ravioli. Place the ravioli on a dry baking sheet and continue with another batch of ravioli. The mixture should make about 36 ravioli.
  • To make the beef ragù: Heat the olive oil in a large, heavy skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until it is starting to brown, about 5 minutes. Add the carrot, onion, and garlic. Continue cooking to brown the onion and carrot, about 4 minutes. Add the salt, pepper, tomato paste, and red wine. Use a wooden spoon to scrape the brown bits off the bottom of the pan and dissolve the tomato paste. Continue cooking until the wine is almost completely evaporated. Add the marinara sauce and bring to a simmer. Cover and cook for 10 minutes over low heat.
  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat. Add the ravioli in batches, being careful not to overcrowd the pot. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the ravioli float, 2 to 3 minutes. Remove the ravioli using a slotted spoon and place on individual plates, or a large serving platter, that have been drizzled with extra-virgin olive oil. Spoon the beef ragù over the ravioli. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Serve immediately.

ITALIAN BEEF RAGU



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A classic Italian beef ragu that's easy and packed full of flavour! This ground beef ragu is made using only a few simple ingredients and can be used in so many ways. Toss it with fresh tagliatelle pasta, make it into lasagne with bechamel sauce or use it as a filling for homemade ravioli for a truly authentic Italian meal. Find step by step photos and instructions below.

Provided by Emily Kemp

Categories     Main Course

Time 2h45m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 carrot
1 white onion
1 stalk celery
8.8 oz 250g ground beef (mince) ((250g))
8.8 oz 250g ground pork (mince) ((250g))
2 cups sieved tomatoes (passata) ((470g))
1 cup (230ml) red wine ((240ml))
4 cups beef stock ((1 litre))
1 tbsp olive oil
1 pinch salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Finely chop the carrot, onion and celery and sweat the vegetables gently in a large frying pan with the olive oil. Once the vegetables are soft add the ground beef and pork and cook until browned.
  • If there is a lot of excess fat in the pan, drain some out. Add the red wine and reduce by half. Once the wine has reduced by half add the passata and half of the beef stock and a pinch of salt and pepper.
  • Stir the sauce and let it simmer on a low heat for 2 and a half hours topping up the rest of the stock as it reduces.
  • Tip: Remeber to check on the ragu every now and then to stir it and add extra stock or water if needed.
  • To serve with pasta add cooked pasta into the ragu and toss or use as desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 547 kcal, Carbohydrate 12 g, Protein 33 g, Fat 36 g, SaturatedFat 13 g, Cholesterol 119 mg, Sodium 457 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 6 g, ServingSize 1 serving

BEEF RAGU WITH RAVIOLI



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This sweet, no-stress sauce from our Test Kitchen tastes like it was simmering all day! Serve it over your favorite refrigerated or frozen ravioli for an easy meal maker.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 55m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound ground beef
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 pound plum tomatoes, diced
1 cup beef broth
1/2 cup red wine or additional beef broth
1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste
2 teaspoons minced fresh rosemary
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 package (20 ounces) refrigerated cheese ravioli
Grated Parmesan cheese, optional

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Add the tomatoes, broth, wine, tomato paste, rosemary, sugar, garlic and salt. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 30 minutes., Cook ravioli according to package directions; drain. Serve with meat sauce. If desired, sprinkle with cheese .

Nutrition Facts : Calories 672 calories, Fat 21g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 112mg cholesterol, Sodium 1181mg sodium, Carbohydrate 74g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 44g protein.

RAVIOLI BEEF RAGU



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Make and share this Ravioli Beef Ragu recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Candace Michelle

Categories     European

Time 55m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 lb ground beef
1/2 cup onion, chopped
2 cups plum tomatoes, diced
1 cup beef broth
1/2 cup red wine or 1/2 cup beef broth
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
2 teaspoons rosemary
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 (20 ounce) package cheese ravioli
1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook beef and onion until no longer pink, drain.
  • Add tomatoes, broth, wine, tomato paste rosemary, sugar, garlic, and salt. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for about 30 minutes, uncovered.
  • Cook ravioli according to directions and drain. Top with meat sauce and sprinkle with cheese.

BEEFY BAKED RAVIOLI



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This recipe is a hit with my husband and everyone else I've given the recipe to. It's very easy and satisfies that Italian craving.

Provided by Angie Shirk Williams

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 50m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pound ground beef
½ (25 ounce) package frozen cheese ravioli
1 (14 ounce) jar spaghetti sauce
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, drained
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C).
  • Crumble the ground beef into a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir until no longer pink. Drain grease, then stir in the spaghetti sauce and tomatoes.
  • Spread 1/3 of the sauce in the bottom of an 11x7 inch baking dish. Arrange 1/2 of the ravioli over the sauce. Sprinkle 1/2 of the mozzarella cheese and 1/2 of the Monterey Jack cheese over the ravioli. Repeat layers, ending with the last of the sauce on top. Cover with aluminum foil.
  • Bake for 30 minutes in the preheated oven. Sprinkle Parmesan cheese over the top before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 465.3 calories, Carbohydrate 30.6 g, Cholesterol 99.8 mg, Fat 23.8 g, Fiber 3.9 g, Protein 30.5 g, SaturatedFat 11.7 g, Sodium 745.7 mg, Sugar 9 g

JAMIE OLIVER'S PAPPARDELLE WITH BEEF RAGU



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This wonderful recipe from Jamie Oliver is hearty and uncomplicated with a surprising pop of flavor thanks to the addition of rosemary and orange zest. Mr. Oliver prepares his in a pressure cooker, but if you don't have one, it can be cooked in a covered Dutch oven on the stove over low heat, or in a 275 degree oven, for about 3 hours. Stir occasionally.

Provided by Amanda Hesser

Categories     dinner, pastas, main course

Time 1h45m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 3/4 pounds boneless beef chuck roast, in 2-inch cubes
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
2 sprigs rosemary, plus 1 tablespoon finely chopped leaves for garnish
2 sprigs sage
1 small red onion, peeled and cut in chunks
4 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 carrot, peeled and thickly sliced
1 celery stalk, thickly sliced
2 cups Chianti
1 28-ounce can peeled whole cherry or plum tomatoes
1 pound pappardelle
3 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon finely grated orange zest
1/2 cup freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano

Steps:

  • Season beef with salt and pepper to taste. Place an uncovered pressure cooker or oven-proof Dutch oven over medium-high heat, and add olive oil. When oil is hot, add beef. Stir until beef is well browned on all sides, about 5 minutes. Add rosemary and sage sprigs, onion, garlic, carrot and celery. Reduce heat to medium-low and sauté until vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
  • Add Chianti and continue to simmer until liquid has reduced by half, about 15 minutes. Add tomatoes and their juices, and if using pressure cooker, 1/2 cup water. Secure lid and pressure gauge of pressure cooker, and follow manufacturer's instructions to bring contents of pot to a simmer. Reduce heat to low, and simmer for 45 minutes. If using Dutch oven, simmer, covered, in a 275-degree oven, or on the stove over low heat, for 3 to 3 1/2 hours.
  • Place a large pot of lightly salted water over high heat to bring to a boil. Remove pressure cooker from heat, or Dutch oven from oven. After pressure has dropped in pressure cooker, follow manufacturer's instructions to remove lid. Using two forks, finely shred meat and vegetables. Discard herb stems. Loosely cover pan and return it to low heat to keep warm.
  • Add pappardelle to boiling water. As it cooks, scoop out 1/2 cup water and reserve. Cook pasta to taste, then drain well. Return pasta to pot, and add butter and 1/4 cup Parmigiano-Reggiano; mix gently until butter has melted. Add a little reserved cooking water to loosen.
  • To serve, lift pasta into each of six shallow bowls. Spoon beef ragù over top. Sprinkle each bowl with a pinch of orange zest and rosemary, and a spoonful of cheese.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 738, UnsaturatedFat 17 grams, Carbohydrate 67 grams, Fat 35 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 40 grams, SaturatedFat 15 grams, Sodium 917 milligrams, Sugar 7 grams, TransFat 2 grams

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your ragu.
  • Brown the beef well. This will help to develop the flavor of the meat.
  • Use a variety of vegetables. This will add flavor, texture, and color to your ragu.
  • Simmer the ragu for at least 2 hours. This will allow the flavors to meld and develop.
  • Serve the ragu over pasta, polenta, or mashed potatoes. You can also use it as a filling for ravioli or lasagna.
  • Garnish the ragu with fresh herbs, such as basil or parsley. This will add a pop of color and flavor.

Conclusion:

Beef ragu is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a great way to use up leftover beef, and it can also be made ahead of time and frozen for later use. Whether you are serving it over pasta, polenta, or mashed potatoes, beef ragu is sure to be a hit at your next gathering.

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