Dutch Oven Short Rib Ragu with Pappardelle for Cozy Nights
Warm up with our Dutch Oven Short Rib Ragu with Pappardelle for Cozy Nights, a comforting dish that brings rich flavors and heartwarming aromas to your home. This delightful recipe features tender boneless short ribs slow-cooked in a savory tomato sauce, perfectly paired with wide pappardelle noodles. Ideal for family dinners or gatherings with friends, this ragu not only impresses but also offers make-ahead convenience, tasting even better the next day. Enjoy a gourmet meal without the fuss—perfect for any occasion!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 130 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 3 pounds boneless short ribs
- 1 medium onion
- 2 stalks celery
- 2 medium carrots
- 2 cloves garlic
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 28 ounces crushed tomatoes
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 12 ounces pappardelle pasta
Instructions
- Prepare the soffritto: Dice onion, celery, and carrots. Sauté in a Dutch oven until soft.
- Brown the short ribs: Season with salt and pepper, then sear in the same pot until browned.
- Add garlic and tomato paste: Stir in minced garlic and tomato paste; cook briefly.
- Pour in liquids: Add crushed tomatoes and Worcestershire sauce; pour in chicken broth. Simmer.
- Slow cook: Cover and cook on low heat until short ribs are fork-tender (about 2 hours).
- Finish with cream and cheese: Stir in heavy cream and grated Parmesan until creamy.
- Cook pasta: Prepare pappardelle according to package instructions; combine with ragu.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 120mg