# One-Pot Braised Beef Rigatoni

A cozy, hearty one-pot braised beef rigatoni that's rich, comforting, and a definite crowd-pleaser.

- Total time: 120 min
- Cuisine: Italian
- Category: Soup
- Language: en

## Ingredients

- 2 lbs Chuck Roast
- 1 large Carrot, diced
- 2 stalks Celery, diced
- 1 large White Onion, diced
- 3 cloves Garlic
- 2 tbsp Tomato Paste
- 4 cups Beef Broth
- 4 cups Crushed Tomatoes
- 1 cup Water
- 2 sprigs Thyme
- 2 sprigs Rosemary
- 3 Bay Leaves
- 500 g Rigatoni
- 2 tbsp Salt
- 1 tbsp Black Pepper
- 0.5 bunch Basil
- 2 tbsp Fresh Parsley, chopped
- 1 cup Parmesan Cheese
- oil

## Instructions

1. Cut the chuck roast into large, even chunks.
2. Season the beef generously with salt and pepper.
3. Dice the celery, onion, and carrot.
4. Heat a large Dutch pot over medium-high heat with a splash of oil.
5. Sear the beef on all sides until browned.
6. Remove the browned beef and set aside.
7. In the same pot, sauté the carrots, celery, onion, and garlic for 2-3 minutes.
8. Add the tomato paste and cook down with the vegetables for another 2-3 minutes.
9. Pour in the beef broth, crushed tomatoes, and water.
10. Add the thyme, rosemary, and bay leaves to the pot.
11. Bring the mixture to a simmer, then return the beef to the pot.
12. Cover the pot and let it low-simmer for 2 hours until the meat is fall-apart tender.
13. Take the pot off the heat and let it cool slightly.
14. Shred the beef and stir it back into the sauce.
15. Fold in the cooked rigatoni.
16. Finish with grated Parmesan cheese, fresh parsley, and basil.
17. Serve hot.

## Equipment

- cutting board
- knife
- wire rack
- peeler
- large Dutch pot
- tongs
- wooden spoon
- ladle
- grater
- bowl

## Tips

- Sear the beef on all sides to develop flavor.

## Source

- Original video: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DM8RG3yOWKK/?igsh=MTh3YmhjdHQweXE4eg==
- Recipe page: https://www.cliprecipe.com/recipe/612c301a-efd7-40a9-97db-1129498780e2
- Extracted: 2025-10-27

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