Braised Beef Rigatoni

2h 2m
Serves 1
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Directions

  1. 1Slice beef into large even-sized chunks.
  2. 2Season thoroughly with salt and pepper.
  3. 3Dice the carrot, celery, and white onion.
  4. 4Get a large dutch pot on medium-high heat and add vegetable oil.
  5. 5Sear beef on all sides then remove from pot and set aside.
  6. 6Add vegetables to the same pot and allow to cook for 2-3 minutes while stirring.
  7. 7Add tomato paste and allow to continue to cook with the vegetables for 2-3 minutes.
  8. 8Add beef broth, crushed tomato, water, thyme, rosemary and bay leaves and bring to a simmer.
  9. 9Add the seared beef back in and allow to simmer on low heat for 2 hours.
  10. 10Once meat is tender remove from heat and allow to cool.
  11. 11While still warm remove beef from pot and shred meat.
  12. 12Add it back to the sauce and add cooked pasta.
  13. 13Stir until fully combined then add cheese, parsley and basil to finish.
  14. 14Serve immediately and enjoy.

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs Chuck roast
  • 1 large Carrot
  • 2 stalks Celery
  • 1 large White onion
  • 3 cloves Garlic
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
  • 4 cups Beef broth
  • 4 cups Crushed tomatoes
  • 1 cup Water
  • 2 sprigs Thyme
  • 2 sprigs Rosemary
  • 3 Bay leaf
  • 500 g package Rigatoni pasta
  • 2 tablespoons Salt
  • 1 tablespoon Black pepper
  • 0.5 bunch Basil
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley
  • 1 cup Parmesan cheese

Equipment

Dutch potknife

Tips

  • Season beef thoroughly with salt and pepper.
  • Sear beef on all sides before braising.
  • Simmer beef in sauce for 2 hours until tender.
  • Shred the beef before adding it back to the sauce and pasta.