SLOW-COOKER BEEF RAGU WITH PENNE

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Discover flavors of Italy with this slow-cooked pasta in a ground beef brown sauce - perfect for dinner.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 4h10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 lb ground beef
1 small onion, chopped (1/3 cup)
1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
1 package (16 oz) penne pasta
1/2 teaspoon kosher (coarse) salt
1/4 cup finely shredded Parmesan cheese (1 oz)
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil leaves
Freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • In 10-inch nonstick skillet, cook ground beef and onion over medium-high heat, stirring frequently, until beef is thoroughly cooked; drain.
  • Spray 3 1/2- to 4-quart slow cooker with cooking spray. Place beef mixture in slow cooker; top with tomatoes.
  • Cover; cook on High heat setting 4 hours (or on Low heat setting 8 hours).
  • About 15 minutes before serving, cook and drain pasta as directed on package. Divide pasta among 4 serving bowls.
  • When sauce is done, stir in salt. Spoon meat sauce over pasta. Top individual servings with cheese, basil and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 990, Carbohydrate 110 g, Fiber 9 g, Protein 69 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 370 mg

Fekademichael Zerihun
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I would definitely make this ragu again. It's a delicious and easy recipe that's perfect for a busy weeknight.


Estifanos Birega
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's easy to make and the leftovers are even better the next day.


Jhangir Mithe
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I'm not a big fan of beef, but I really enjoyed this ragu. The sauce is so flavorful and the meat is so tender.


Bongiwe Ngowapi
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This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times and it's always a hit. The ragu is so versatile - I've served it over pasta, potatoes, and even polenta.


Pawulka Jinja
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I made this ragu for a party and it was a hit! Everyone raved about how delicious it was.


Sultan Ghazi
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This is the best beef ragu I've ever had! The meat is so tender and the sauce is so flavorful. I highly recommend this recipe.


Colton Clough
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I followed the recipe exactly and the ragu turned out perfectly. My family loved it!


Aghogho Obrirhe
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This ragu is delicious! The beef is so tender and the sauce is rich and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Full chotiya Chariyaa
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I love how easy this recipe is to make. I just threw everything in the slow cooker and let it cook all day. Dinner was ready when I got home from work!


Leianna Lara
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This beef ragu is fall-apart tender and so flavorful! I served it over penne, but it would also be great with spaghetti or mashed potatoes.