Chunky Beef Ragu

Prep 35 min
Total 8 hr 35 min
Servings 6

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Come home to the tantalizing aromas of dinner, waiting for you in the slow cooker! Prosciutto, sun-dried tomatoes and herbs put an Italian spin on hearty beef stew. ...MORE + LESS -

Ingredients

3 oz thinly sliced prosciutto or pancetta, chopped

1 1/2 lb beef stew meat, cut into 1-inch pieces

2 jars (7 oz each) sun-dried tomatoes in oil, drained, chopped (1 1/4 cups)

2 medium carrots, sliced (1 cup)

1 cup chopped celery

1 medium onion, chopped (1/2 cup)

2 cloves garlic, finely chopped

1 can (14.5 oz) Muir Glen diced tomatoes, undrained

1/2 cup dry red wine

1 1/2 teaspoons dried basil leaves

1 1/2 teaspoons dried oregano leaves

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

Steps

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1

In 8-inch nonstick skillet, cook prosciutto over medium-high heat about 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until crisp. Drain on paper towels.
2

Spray 5- to 6-quart slow cooker with cooking spray. In slow cooker, mix prosciutto and remaining ingredients.
3

Cover; cook on Low heat setting 8 to 9 hours (or on High heat setting 4 hours to 4 hours 30 minutes).