RIGATONI WITH BEEF RAGU (ATK)

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From "The Make-Ahead Cook" by America's Test Kitchen. This is a quick meal that repurposes left-over pot roast - a great idea if you have family that dislikes leftovers.

Provided by duonyte

Categories     Roast Beef

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 tablespoons olive oil
6 garlic cloves, minced
4 teaspoons tomato paste
3/4 teaspoon minced fresh oregano (1/4 tsp dried)
1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
1 cup chicken broth
1 cup pot roast pan juices
salt
pepper
1 lb cooked pot roast, shredded (about 4 cups)
1/2 cup heavy cream
1 lb rigatoni pasta
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large skillet, add garlic, tomato paste and oregano and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  • Stir in tomatoes, broth, pan juices and 1/2 tsp salt. Bring to simmer and cook until sauce has thickened and flavors have melded, about 15 minutes.
  • Stir in shredded beef and cream and cook until heated through, about 2 minutes. Taste and season with salt and pepper.
  • Meanwhile, bring 4 quarts of water to a boil. Add pasta and 1 tbl salt and cook until al dente. Reserve 1/2 c cooking water, drain pasta and return to pot.
  • Add sauce and parsley to pasta and toss to combine. Before serving, adjust consistency with reserved cooking water, if necessary, Serve with Parmesan.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 686, Fat 23.8, SaturatedFat 9.3, Cholesterol 136.5, Sodium 528.4, Carbohydrate 99.6, Fiber 8.1, Sugar 3.1, Protein 21.8

Rylee L'Esperance
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I'm really disappointed with this recipe. It was a waste of time and ingredients.


Chisom Stacy
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This recipe was a disaster. The sauce was bland and the pasta was mushy. I would not recommend this recipe to anyone.


Mehedi Hassan Riju
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I followed the recipe exactly and the pasta was overcooked. I think it would be better to cook the pasta for a shorter amount of time.


Faisal Hossen
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The sauce was a bit too thin for my liking. I had to simmer it for longer to thicken it up.


Jay-Man
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This recipe is a bit too bland for my taste. I added some extra spices and it was much better.


Husnain Raza
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I'm not usually a fan of beef ragu, but this recipe changed my mind. The sauce was rich and flavorful, and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I'll definitely be making this again.


Ajai ayomide01
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's definitely worth it. The end result is a delicious and hearty meal that will satisfy even the pickiest eaters.


Razaul Islam
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I've been looking for a good rigatoni with beef ragu recipe for a while now, and this one is definitely a winner. The sauce is rich and flavorful, and the pasta is cooked perfectly.


Anessa Oculus
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This was a great recipe! The ragu was rich and flavorful, and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Yamaha Riasat
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I'm not a very experienced cook, but this recipe was easy to follow and the results were amazing. I'll definitely be trying more recipes from this site.


toya latrice ayers
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I made this dish for a dinner party and it was a huge hit. The guests raved about the flavorful ragu and the perfectly cooked pasta.


Terrin James
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This recipe was a bit time-consuming, but it was totally worth it. The end result was a delicious and hearty meal that the whole family enjoyed.


naveed ghazlani
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I'm not usually a big fan of rigatoni, but this recipe changed my mind. The combination of the tender beef ragu and the al dente pasta was simply divine. Highly recommended!


Oyedeji Khalid
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Wow! Just wow! This recipe is a keeper. The ragu was so flavorful and the rigatoni cooked to al dente perfection. I'll definitely be making this again soon.


Kanan Abdallah
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This Rigatoni with Beef Ragu recipe was an absolute delight to make and savor. The flavors were rich and complex, with the beef ragu simmering to perfection and coating the pasta beautifully. The final dish was hearty and comforting, perfect for a ch