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Fettuccine with Slow Cooker Bolognese

February 8, 2015 by hipfoodiemom 35 Comments

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The best slow cooker bolognese sauce with chunks of beef, rich in flavor and delicious! Perfect for a special night in! #valentinesday #slowcookerrecipe

Valentine’s Day is Saturday and you’re probably seeing recipes for “dinner for two” everywhere . .  since we’re a family of four and are staying in on Valentine’s Day, I wanted to post a recipe for you guys to make for your entire family. So, yes, this is a Valentine’s Day dinner idea for the whole family.

The best slow cooker bolognese sauce with chunks of beef, rich in flavor and delicious! Perfect for a special night in! #valentinesday #slowcookerrecipe

The husband and I are going out a few days before the 14th so we can have some alone time and a date night but Saturday night, we’ll be home with the kiddos and I will be making dinner. The highlight of the night will be whatever movie my kids pick out and dessert.

The best slow cooker bolognese sauce with chunks of beef, rich in flavor and delicious! Perfect for a special night in! #valentinesday #slowcookerrecipe

For this bolognese, I wanted to try something new. First off, we used this gluten free fettuccine and instead of using ground beef, I seared a big chunk of beef in a skillet, chopped it into chunks and then slow cooked it in the sauce.

The best slow cooker bolognese sauce with chunks of beef, rich in flavor and delicious! Perfect for a special night in! #valentinesday #slowcookerrecipe

I like to buy boneless short rib beef all the time because you can buy about 3 lbs. of it from CostCo and then freeze what you don’t use. . but this time, I opted for beef chuck, which is a little less expensive than boneless beef short ribs and still becomes very tender and works well for slow cooker recipes.

I mean, shouldn’t a bolognese sauce look like this? With chunks of beef swimming in sauce. It is a meat-based sauce and sometimes, frankly, ground beef just doesn’t cut it. So, this Valentine’s Day, if your significant other, friends, roommates, whoever. .  likes beef and pasta, you’ve got to give this recipe a try!

The best slow cooker bolognese sauce with chunks of beef, rich in flavor and delicious! Perfect for a special night in! #valentinesday #slowcookerrecipe

My husband devoured this . .  this is what he loves about me being a food blogger the most. The fact that he gets to eat special meals like this twice. And regarding the wine for this recipe, use a great tasting red wine that you would actually drink with your meal. I used this cabernet sauvignon.

Enjoy!

The best slow cooker bolognese sauce with chunks of beef, rich in flavor and delicious! Perfect for a special night in! #valentinesday #slowcookerrecipe

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Fettuccine with Slow Cooker Bolognese Sauce

Prep Time30 mins
Cook Time8 hrs
Total Time8 hrs 30 mins
Course: Main
Servings: 4 to 6
Author: Hip Foodie Mom

Ingredients

  • 1 to 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • salt and pepper
  • 1 lb. beef chuck or boneless beef short rib beef
  • 12 ounces cremini mushrooms chopped
  • 1 small onion chopped
  • 4 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 28-ounce can diced tomatoes
  • 1 28-ounce can tomato sauce
  • 3 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 to 2 teaspoons anchovy paste
  • 1 cup beef stock
  • 1 cup red wine
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • a few sprigs of fresh thyme
  • 3 tablespoons brown sugar
  • crushed red pepper flakes optional for some heat
  • 1 pound fettuccine pasta cooked
  • freshly grated parmesan cheese for garnish

Instructions

  • Using a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat the olive oil. Season the beef with the salt and pepper on both sides and then add the beef to the skillet. You want the oil to be relatively hot so you will hear an immediate sizzle as soon as you add the beef to the skillet. Sear on each side for about 1 to 2 minutes. Remove from the heat and onto a cutting board. Cut into bite sized chunks (but not too small) and place into your slow cooker.
  • Add the sliced mushrooms, onions, garlic, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, tomato paste, anchovy paste, beef stock and red wine. Sprinkle on the dried oregano and add in the fresh thyme. Stir well and cook on low for 8 hours, or on high for at least 6 hours.
  • After about 5 hours, stir in the brown sugar, taste and season with salt and pepper and add some red pepper flakes, if using. Stir well and cook for another hour or so on low heat. The meat will be very tender and flavorful. Before serving, discard the thyme sprigs. Serve over pasta and garnish with freshly grated parmesan cheese.

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The best slow cooker bolognese sauce with chunks of beef, rich in flavor and delicious! Perfect for a special night in! #valentinesday #slowcookerrecipe

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Comments

  1. Liz says

    February 8, 2015 at 4:51 pm

    We’re getting teased with springtime weather this weekend, but I’m certain that old man winter will return! That’s when I’ll break out my slow cooker and make some red sauce! Bill loves when I add short ribs—I know your recipe is a winner!
    P.S. I got my coeur a la creme mold at Sur la Table πŸ™‚

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  2. Jolena @TheRubyKitchen says

    February 8, 2015 at 5:35 pm

    I love a hearty Bolognese and I love that you used chunks of beef in this slow cooker recipe!

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  3. Zainab says

    February 8, 2015 at 6:32 pm

    You!! Are saving me this week. I love this bolognese, especially the wine you have in it! I can’t wait to try it for realz!! Do you think ground beef will work? That’s all I have right now and will love to set this up tomorrow.

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  4. Allie | Baking a Moment says

    February 8, 2015 at 6:35 pm

    This looks like the ultimate comfort dish! I think I would devour it too, along with that crusty loaf and that fabulous bottle of cab!

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  5. Amanda | The Cinnamon Scrolls says

    February 8, 2015 at 7:53 pm

    Mmm, looks delicious! I love slow-cooked short rib, but I usually pair it with potatoes and such. I never thought to use it as a bolognese! Unfortunately, I don’t have a slow-cooker, so what would you recommend if I were to attempt this in the oven?

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  6. Ami@NaiveCookCooks says

    February 8, 2015 at 9:32 pm

    Ok I have been wanting to buy a slow cooker for sometime now but I keep thinking I can live without it. But now, I see this and all I want is to run to bedbath&beyond and buy one!! That sauce – finger licking delicious!

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  7. Linda |Brunch with Joy says

    February 8, 2015 at 10:29 pm

    Big juicy meat + slow cooker + pasta? That’s for sure a meal you can’t refuse. And red wine will make it more special, for sure. Yum!

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  8. Tori@Gringalicious.com says

    February 9, 2015 at 5:34 am

    I definitely think a bolognese sauce shoul look like this! It’s perfect!

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  9. Gayle @ Pumpkin 'N Spice says

    February 9, 2015 at 6:55 am

    This looks like a perfect Valentine’s meal, Alice! My husband loves any type of red sauce, so this would be perfect for him. And I love that this is made in the slow cooker too! Sounds delicious!

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  10. Kelly says

    February 9, 2015 at 7:29 am

    This looks absolutely amazing, Alice! I love the red wine and anchovy paste you added to the bolognese sauce, it sounds so delicious and full of flavor! This would be the perfect meal for Valentine’s Day especially since it’s made in the slow cooker. That means more time to spend with your sweeties πŸ™‚

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  11. Kevin (Closet Cooking) says

    February 9, 2015 at 7:39 am

    I love the sound of using beef chunks instead of ground beef in a bolognese sauce! It looks so good!

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  12. Sarah | Broma Bakery says

    February 9, 2015 at 7:56 am

    Ugh, dinner for two-shmoo. I’d much rather have this family-sized pasta and split it between me and my guy on our couch. And that bottle of wine is calling my name…

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  13. Liz @ Floating Kitchen says

    February 9, 2015 at 7:57 am

    I’m seriously drooling over this Alice! It looks amazing. And your dinner for 4 sounds great!

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  14. David @ Spiced says

    February 9, 2015 at 8:29 am

    I absolutely love a good Bolognese sauce…and this version looks especially tasty! I’m thinking this would indeed make a great V-Day meal. Oh, and a good bottle of red wine is an absolute necessity. Sign me up to take care of the leftovers here! πŸ™‚

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  15. CakeSpy says

    February 9, 2015 at 8:36 am

    YUMZ. Perfect timing as we just dug the slow cooker out of the basement and are anxious to get it going! This looks so good!

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  16. Eva @ Eva Bakes says

    February 9, 2015 at 9:09 am

    I love Bolognese sauce but have been intimidated by the long cook time. Now that I know you can successfully cook it in the slow cooker, I will have to try it! Your recipe looks simply amazing! πŸ™‚

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  17. Ashley+|+Spoonful+of+Flavor says

    February 9, 2015 at 9:14 am

    I’m all about family recipes! Even though there is only two of us, I love making family meals because then I can save the leftovers. This bolognese sauce looks perfect and I love any excuse to use my slow cooker!

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  18. Maria|Pink Patisserie says

    February 9, 2015 at 9:36 am

    Looks so good Alice! I love that it’s slow cook too. We usually eat in for Valentines Day and anything that helps make that dinner easy is a winner for me!

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  19. Jen @ Baked by an Introvert says

    February 9, 2015 at 9:59 am

    We always stay in for Valentine’s Day and this would be the perfect meal. I love that it is family sized so hubby and I could have leftovers for a lazy Sunday!

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  20. Jocelyn (Grandbaby cakes) says

    February 9, 2015 at 10:54 am

    MY GOODNESS! I want this! Also the hub and I are going out the day after V day. I like that you and the hub are going out a few days before so you can also avoid that crowd.

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  21. Dannii @ Hungry Healthy Happy says

    February 9, 2015 at 10:59 am

    I love that you use chunks of beef. I am still yet to make a bolognese in my slow cooker, but this has convinced me to give it a go. Pinning this!

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  22. Natalie @ Tastes Lovely says

    February 9, 2015 at 1:35 pm

    Eating out on Valentine’s Day is nuts! I avoid restaurants at all costs. I’d much rather stay in and relax. I love this pasta! I bet the sauce is amazing after slow cooking all day. And I am going to try out that gluten free fettuccine! Thanks for the recommendation!

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  23. Robyn Stone | Add a Pinch says

    February 9, 2015 at 1:52 pm

    Oh wow, I am so hungry after seeing this! I so love that you made the sauce in the slow cooker (one of my favorite kitchen tools!). This is great for Valentine’s Day, but I would love it on a cold, rainy day. Mmm….a big bowl of hot, meaty, cheesy pasta!

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  24. Marissa | Pinch and Swirl says

    February 9, 2015 at 3:05 pm

    Bolognese is one of my all-time favorite pasta sauces and I love the idea of making it in the slow cooker! Love this recipe, Alice. Thank you!

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  25. Mira says

    February 9, 2015 at 3:20 pm

    Have a great time at your date night Alice! Beef chunk sounds much better than ground beer for the sauce. Looks delicious! Pinned for later!

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  26. Nagi@RecipeTin Eats says

    February 9, 2015 at 3:24 pm

    I bow to you. Short rib? YES! Brilliant. Such a great cut, it is meant for slow cooking and the flavours! OMG! The flavours it adds to the sauce…..YOU ROCK Alice!! πŸ™‚

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  27. Erin@WellPlated says

    February 9, 2015 at 5:04 pm

    I will gladly make this full recipe, because even though I’m only cooking for two, I bet the leftovers are outstanding!

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  28. Renee @ Two in the Kitchen says

    February 9, 2015 at 5:30 pm

    This looks Ah-MAZE-ing!! We stay in for Valentine’s Day as well! I always figure that we can make a much better meal at home anyway and we also like to celebrate with the whole fam!! Love this bolognese! give me some crusty bread and a great glass of red wine and I am set!! πŸ™‚

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  29. Lorraine @ Not Quite Nigella says

    February 9, 2015 at 8:16 pm

    Great idea using beef chunks for a sauce. I must give that a go one day πŸ˜€

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  30. Aida@TheCraftingFoodie says

    February 9, 2015 at 11:25 pm

    This looks amazing, Alice! My husband loves short ribs, so I think I’ll try it with that cut of meat. My husband and I never go out on Valentine’s Day. We prefer a quiet family meal, and once the kids go to bed we usually have a special dessert and just hang out together.

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  31. Sarah@Whole and Heavenly Oven says

    February 10, 2015 at 8:40 am

    I am such a sucker for a deeply-flavored, slow-cooked bolognese and this seriously looks SO cozy and comforting! I know what’s gonna be on my menu Saturday night. πŸ˜€

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  32. Rachelle says

    February 10, 2015 at 5:36 pm

    We always stay home on Valentine’s Day too. A slow cooker meal is perfect because there is hardly any mess! What a great idea to use beef chunks! It really is so much prettier than ground beef.

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  33. Sonali- The Foodie Physician says

    February 11, 2015 at 9:14 pm

    I love a good Bolognese and yours looks and sounds amazing! Cooking with wine is so much fun πŸ™‚
    I hope you have a wonderful Valentine’s Day with the family!

    Reply

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