Tuscan-Style Ragù
Culinary Genie
8 servings
20 minutes
3 hours
240
Italian
Beef, Lamb & Pork
This recipe is adapted from a classic Tuscan Ragù. Ground beef simmered with red wine, tomatoes, Culinary Genie Salt-Free Zesty Italian & Pizza Seasoning Blend and Culinary Genie Salt-Free Garlic & Herb Seasoning Blend. Simply toss with pasta or use for making lasagna or pasta bakes.
Ingredients
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
½ cup finely chopped celery
½ cup finely chopped carrots
½ cup finely chopped red onion
2 teaspoons Salt-Free Garlic & Herb Seasoning Blend
1 teaspoon sea salt, divided
1 pound 85% lean ground beef
1 tablespoon Salt-Free Zesty Italian & Pizza Seasoning Blend
¾ cup Cabernet Sauvignon red wine
1 (28 ounce) can no salt added crushed tomatoes
2 (6 ounce) cans no salt added tomato paste
1 cup water
Directions
In large saucepan or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add celery, carrots, onions, Salt-Free Garlic & Herb Seasoning Blend and ½ teaspoon salt. Sauté until softened, about 2-3 minutes.
Add in beef and Salt-Free Zesty Italian & Pizza Seasoning Blend. Cook and crumble until no longer pink, about 5-6 minutes.
Stir in wine; simmer 2-3 minutes. Stir in crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, water and remaining ½ teaspoon salt. Bring to a simmer; reduce heat to a low simmer. Simmer, stirring occasionally, 2-3 hours.
