There’s something truly comforting about a rich, slow-cooked pasta dish and this Slow Cooker Pulled Beef Spaghetti Bolognaise is comfort food at its finest. It’s inspired by the classic Italian favourite and this recipe takes traditional bolognese to the next level by using tender, slow-cooked pulled beef that melts in your mouth. With minimal prep and maximum flavour, the slow cooker does all the hard work, leaving you with a deeply savoury, hearty sauce that clings beautifully to perfectly cooked spaghetti. Whether you’re feeding the family or batch-cooking for the week ahead, this dish is guaranteed to satisfy. Below is a video and recipe for you.
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Serves 6 – 8
Equipment
- Sharp knife
- Chopping board
- Grater
- Tablespoon
- Teaspoon
- Slow cooker
Ingredients
- Beef joint x 1.57 – 2 kg
- Onions x 1 large
- Garlic
- Carrots x 2
- Courgette x 2
- Tomatoes x 2 400g tins
- Tomato puree x 2 tbsp
- Tamari x 2 tbsp
- Bay leaves x 2
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Pasta x 500g
Method
- Start by peeling and grating the carrots and courgettes.
- Peel, slice and dice the onions.
- Next peel and slice the garlic.
- Put these ingredients into the slow cooker pot.
- Then add bay leaves, tomato puree and tamari.
- Pour over the chopped tomatoes.
- Mix these ingredients together.
- Place the joint of beef on top.
- Add the salt and pepper to taste.
- Stir all the ingredients together.
- Turn the pot onto high for 3 – 4 hours or low for 7 – 8 hours.
- Once cooked turn the pot off and remove the lid.
- Leave to rest for about 10 – 20 minutes.
- If necessary remove the beef joint from the slow cooker onto a board.
- Cut into chunks and pull the chunks apart with two forks.
- Brisket or chuck roast are best for pulling apart.
- Once all the beef has been pulled put it back into the sauce.
- Turn the slow cooker onto keep warm.
- Boil the pasta as per the packet instructions.
- When it’s cooked add the pasta to the sauce and not the other way round.
- The serve and enjoy.
This Slow Cooker Pulled Beef Spaghetti Bolognaise is proof that simple ingredients and a little patience can create something truly special. It’s rich, wholesome, and perfect for cosy evenings when you need a nourishing, fuss-free meal. Give it a try and let your slow cooker transform everyday ingredients into a dish everyone will ask for again and again. Don’t forget to share your creations and let me know how you made it your own!
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