Beef Ragu Gnocchi

Method

1. 01
   Step 1Sear the beef

   Season the beef with salt and black pepper. Sear in oil on all sides until golden brown. Remove and set aside.

   BeefSaltBlack pepperOlive oil
2. 02
   Step 2Sauté the vegetables

   In the same pot, sauté finely chopped onion, carrot and celery. Add the tomato paste.

   Note

   The author forgot to add the tomato paste but notes it was still delicious without it.

   OnionCarrotCeleryTomato paste
3. 03
   Step 3Deglaze with wine

   Pour in a little red wine and let it reduce slightly.

   Note

   You can skip this step if you don't drink alcohol.

   Red wine
4. 04
   Step 4Build the ragu

   Return the beef to the pot. Add the crushed tomatoes, beef stock, rosemary and Parmesan rind.

   BeefCrushed tomatoBeef stockRosemaryParmesan
5. 05
   Step 5Simmer until tender2h

   Cover and simmer on low heat until the beef is very tender.

6. 06
   Step 6Shred the beef

   Remove the beef, shred it with a fork, and return it to the sauce. Adjust the seasoning to taste.

   BeefSaltBlack pepper
7. 07
   Step 7Cook the gnocchi3 min

   Add the gnocchi and cook for a few minutes, according to the package instructions. Add a little more stock if needed.

   GnocchiBeef stock
8. 08
   Step 8Serve with Parmesan

   Serve hot with plenty of freshly grated Parmesan.

   Parmesan