Busy with virtual learning and Zoom meetings? Here’s an easy slow cooker recipe with only 5 ingredients from bhg.com. Serves 4
Beef and Carrot Ragu
Ingredients
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1 – 1.5 pound boneless beef short ribs
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Salt and ground black pepper
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10 cloves garlic
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8 ounces pkg. peeled fresh baby carrots, chopped
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1 pound Roma tomatoes, chopped
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½ 6 ounce can tomato paste with basil, garlic, and oregano
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½ cup water or red wine
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Fresh basil leaves (optional)
Directions
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Step 1
Trim excess fat from rib meat. Cut beef in chunks, then sprinkle lightly with salt and pepper. Place beef in a 3 1/2- or 4-quart slow cooker.
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Step 2
Smash garlic clove with the flat side of a chef's knife or meat mallet. Separate and discard garlic skins. Place smashed garlic on beef. Add carrots and tomatoes to slow cooker.
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Step 3
In a medium bowl, whisk together tomato paste and water or wine. Poor over meat and vegetables. Cover and cook on HIGH for 3 to 4 hours or on LOW for 6 to 8 hours.
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Step 4
Stir well before serving. Top servings with basil leaves.
Original recipe here.
Image by: Andy Lyons/bhg.com
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