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Italian Slow-Cooked Beef Ragù with Creamy Polenta

Created January 7, 2026 at 4:03 PM by Shelby Teeple
Italian Slow-Cooked Beef Ragù with Creamy Polenta

Recipe Title: Italian Slow-Cooked Beef Ragù with Creamy Polenta

Brief Description: A hearty and rich Italian beef ragù slow-cooked to perfection and served over creamy polenta.

Servings: 4
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 2 hours 30 minutes

Ingredients:
Instructions:
1. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the beef cubes and brown them on all sides. Remove the beef and set aside.
2. In the same skillet, add the onions, garlic, bell pepper, and carrots. Sauté until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
3. Return the beef to the skillet. Add crushed tomatoes, beef broth, red wine, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 2 hours, stirring occasionally.
4. In a separate saucepan, bring water to a boil. Slowly whisk in the cornmeal, stirring constantly to avoid lumps.
5. Reduce heat to low and continue stirring the polenta for about 15-20 minutes until thickened.
6. Stir in Parmesan cheese, milk, and butter until well combined.
7. To serve, spoon creamy polenta into bowls and top with the slow-cooked beef ragù.
8. Garnish with fresh parsley and additional Parmesan cheese if desired.
Special Tips or Variations:
- For a twist, you can add some dried herbs like thyme or rosemary to the beef ragù while it simmers for extra flavor.
- If you prefer a smoother polenta, you can use a finer cornmeal or add more milk for a creamier texture.

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Recipe Criteria

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Cuisine Type

ItalianMexicanAmericanChineseJapaneseKorean

🍽️Recipe Type

Main-CourseDinnerSoupSide-Dish

Skill Level

Intermediate

Cooking Time

2+ hours

Serving Size

3-4 people

🍎Nutrition Information

Calories:700950
Protein:2535 g
Fat:3035 g
Sugar:2535 g
Carbs:85115 g
Per serving

Preferred Ingredients

chickenbeefeggsricepastaonionsgarlicbell pepperscarrotscheesemilkbutterolive oil

Ingredients to Avoid

shellfishseafoodmushrooms

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