Best 4 Quick And Hearty Ground Beef Ragu Recipes

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Feast your taste buds on a culinary journey with our delectable Ground Beef Ragu! This hearty and flavorful dish is a symphony of rich flavors that will tantalize your senses. Crafted with succulent ground beef, aromatic vegetables, and a luscious tomato sauce, this ragu is a versatile masterpiece that can be enjoyed on its own or served as a sumptuous topping for pasta, polenta, or mashed potatoes. Our collection of recipes offers a diverse range of variations, catering to every palate and preference. From the classic Italian Ragu Bolognese to the unique and tangy Greek-Inspired Ground Beef Ragu, each recipe brings a distinct twist to this timeless dish. Whether you're a seasoned home cook or just starting your culinary adventures, our easy-to-follow instructions and helpful tips will guide you towards creating a remarkable Ground Beef Ragu that will impress your family and friends. So, gather your ingredients, prepare your taste buds, and embark on a culinary adventure that promises to satisfy and delight.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

QUICK BEEF RAGU



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This easy weeknight beef ragu is the perfect comfort meal. It is rich and hearty and has the perfect sauce to serve over pasta or polenta.

Provided by Jenni - The Gingered Whisk

Categories     30 Minute Meal

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 16

4 slices bacon
1 small yellow onion, chopped super tiny
1 cup shredded carrot
1 celery stalk, diced super tiny
4 oz mushrooms, diced super tiny
1 lb ground beef, lowest fat content you can get
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tsp italian seasoning
1 15-oz can petite diced tomatoes
1 15-oz can tomato puree (or sauce, but not marinara/spagetti sauce)
1/2 cup beef stock, or dry red wine
1/4 cup no salt added tomato paste
bay leaf
1/4 cup fresh chopped parsley
1/4 cup freshly grated romano cheese
pasta, for serving - pasta that is wide like fresh egg noodles or pappardelle.

Steps:

  • Dice the onion, carrot, celery, and mushrooms super tiny.
  • Heat a large pot of water to boiling.
  • Cook the pasta to package directions. Drain, and set aside, keeping warm.
  • Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium heat.
  • Dice the bacon into small pieces and cook until mostly done. Remove from pan and set aside. Keep drippings in the pan.
  • Add the onion, carrot and mushrooms to the pan with the bacon drippings and cook, stirring frequently, for 3-5 minutes.
  • Add in the garlic and stir for 30 seconds, or until nice and fragrant.
  • Add in the ground beef and italian seasoning and cook for 10 minutes, or until the beef is browned, stirring frequently.
  • Stir in the diced tomatoes, the tomato sauce, the liquid of choice (water, wine or broth), and tomato paste. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and allow to simmer for 10 minutes.
  • Sprinkle with freshly grated romano cheese and freshly chopped parsley.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 479 calories, Carbohydrate 42 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 94 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 18 grams fat, Fiber 6 grams fiber, Protein 32 grams protein, SaturatedFat 7 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1, Sodium 418 grams sodium, Sugar 9 grams sugar, TransFat 1 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 9 grams unsaturated fat

HEARTY VEGETABLE BEEF RAGU



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This recipe is healthy yet satisfying, quick yet delicious. It's on the table in less than 30 minutes-and one that my children will gobble up! If you are not fond of kale, stir in baby spinach or chopped broccoli instead. -Kim Van Dunk, Caldwell, New Jersey

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 cups uncooked whole wheat spiral pasta
1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
1 large onion, chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) Italian diced tomatoes, undrained
1 jar (24 ounces) meatless spaghetti sauce
2 cups finely chopped fresh kale
1 package (9 ounces) frozen peas, thawed
3/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon pepper
Grated Parmesan cheese, optional

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions; drain. Meanwhile, in a Dutch oven, cook beef, onion and garlic over medium heat until beef is no longer pink, breaking up beef into crumbles, 6-8 minutes; drain., Stir in tomatoes, spaghetti sauce, kale, peas, garlic powder and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until kale is tender, 8-10 minutes. Stir pasta into sauce. If desired, serve with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 302 calories, Fat 5g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 35mg cholesterol, Sodium 837mg sodium, Carbohydrate 43g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 20g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

QUICK AND HEARTY GROUND BEEF RAGU



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By using quality store bought beef broth, you can reduce the cooking time, but not the flavor of this delicious Italian sauce adapted for busy modern living. This makes enough for a crowd, so invite your friends over or freeze half for another time.

Provided by Mama Cee Jay

Categories     Meat

Time 1h20m

Yield 10-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
2 carrots, peeled and finely chopped
2 celery ribs, finely chopped
1/2 large sweet onion, finely chopped
1 shallot, minced
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 1/2 lbs lean ground beef
1 tablespoon dried Italian herb seasoning
1/2 teaspoon dried red pepper flakes
1 tablespoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
28 ounces crushed tomatoes
6 ounces tomato paste
1/2 cup roasted red pepper, chopped
32 ounces beef broth (I use Wolfgang Puck's organic broth)

Steps:

  • In a large stockpot or dutch oven over medium heat, saute the carrots, celery, onion and shallot for 4-5 minutes until softened. Add the minced garlic and saute for one minute longer.
  • Turn heat to medium high. Move vegetables to side of pot and add ground beef in batches and brown. When all ground beef has been added to pot and browned, add Italian seasoning, crushed red pepper, salt, and black pepper. Thoroughly combine meat, vegetables and seasonings.
  • Add crushed tomatoes, tomato paste and roasted red peppers. Pour some of broth into cans to clean out remaining tomatoes into pot. Pour remaining broth into pot and thoroughly combine with all other ingredients. Add more black pepper or crushed red pepper if you like it hot and spicy.
  • Reduce heat to low and simmer until sauce has reduced to half or two thirds of original volume.
  • Serve over your favorite pasta and top with grated cheese if you like.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 276.5, Fat 13.9, SaturatedFat 4.8, Cholesterol 74.6, Sodium 1892.5, Carbohydrate 11.4, Fiber 2.6, Sugar 6, Protein 26.9

CHUNKY BEEF RAGU



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

Provided by Ginger Cook

Categories     Weeknight

Time 3h20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 tablespoons olive oil
2 lbs chuck
1/2 teaspoon salt and pepper
2 tablespoons butter
2 shallots, chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 carrots, chopped
2 celery, chopped
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 cup wine
1 (28 ounce) can whole tomatoes
1 cup beef stock
3 whole fresh thyme sprigs
3 bay leaves
16 ounces cooked pasta

Steps:

  • Sear chuck in olive oil on all sides and remove from pan and set aside.
  • Leaving oil left in pan add butter.
  • Once butter has melted add onions and garlic, cooking until fragrant.
  • Add celery and carrots, cooking until tender.
  • Add chuck back to pan and add tomato paste stir to incorporate cook for 2 minutes.
  • Add wine and stir to incorporate, cook for 2 minutes.
  • Add tomatoes and beef stock to pan.
  • Add bay leaves and thyme sprigs.
  • Cover and simmer on low heat for 3 hours.
  • Remove bay leaves and thyme sprigs stir in cooked pasta.
  • Top with parmesan cheese and serve.

Tips:

  • Choose the Right Ground Beef: Opt for 80/20 ground beef for a flavorful and juicy ragu.
  • Brown the Beef Thoroughly: Browning the beef adds depth of flavor and color to the ragu.
  • Use a Variety of Veggies: Incorporate a mix of veggies like carrots, celery, and onions for a flavorful base.
  • Add Herbs and Spices: Enhance the ragu's flavor with herbs like thyme and rosemary, and spices like garlic powder and paprika.
  • Simmer for Richness: Simmering the ragu for at least 30 minutes allows the flavors to meld and develop.

Conclusion:

This hearty and flavorful ground beef ragu is a versatile dish that can be enjoyed with a variety of accompaniments. Whether you serve it over pasta, polenta, or mashed potatoes, this ragu is sure to satisfy. With its simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. So gather your ingredients, put on your apron, and let's get cooking!

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