Description
This one pot beef ragu pasta is a rich, savory dish packed with deep, slow-cooked flavors in just one hour! Made with ground beef, aromatic herbs, and a luscious tomato-based sauce, this recipe is perfect for a cozy dinner with minimal cleanup.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef (or shredded chuck roast)
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 cup beef broth
- ½ cup red wine (optional)
Seasonings & Herbs
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 bay leaf
Pasta & Cheese
- 12 oz pasta (rigatoni, penne, or pappardelle)
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley or basil for garnish
Instructions
- Sauté Aromatics – Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onions and cook until soft. Stir in garlic and cook for another 30 seconds.
- Brown the Beef – Increase heat to medium-high and add ground beef. Cook until browned, breaking it up with a wooden spoon. Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Deglaze with Wine – Pour in red wine (if using) and scrape up the browned bits. Let it simmer for 2 minutes.
- Add Tomatoes & Seasonings – Stir in crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, beef broth, and seasonings. Bring to a gentle simmer.
- Cook the Pasta in the Sauce – Add uncooked pasta directly into the pot. Stir well and cover. Let cook for 10–12 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Finish with Cheese – Remove from heat, stir in Parmesan cheese, and garnish with fresh herbs. Serve warm.
Notes
- For a deeper flavor, let the sauce simmer for an extra 20 minutes before adding pasta.
- Use whole wheat pasta for a healthier alternative.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days or freeze the sauce for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 65mg