This Slow-Braised Beef Ragu is a PCOS-friendly recipe.
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Ingredients
Instructions
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In food processor, pulse celery, carrot, onion, and garlic until finely chopped, scraping down side of bowl occasionally.
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In large skillet, heat oil on medium-high until hot. Sprinkle beef all over with 1/2 teaspoon each salt and pepper. Add beef to skillet; cook 6 to 8 minutes or until browned on all sides, turning occasionally. Transfer beef to 6- to 7-quart slow-cooker bowl.
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To same skillet, add vegetable mixture and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Reduce heat to medium. Cook 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add tomato paste; cook 1 minute, stirring. Stir in diced tomatoes and wine. Cook 2 minutes, stirring and scraping up browned bits. Pour mixture over beef. Add rosemary. Cover and cook on low 10 hours or until very tender.
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Transfer beef to cutting board. Skim and discard fat from cooking liquid. Remove and discard chunks of fat from beef. Shred beef into bite-size chunks and return to cooking liquid. Serve tossed with pappardelle; garnish with parsley and Parmesan, if desired.
Why this Slow-Braised Beef Ragu works for PCOS
Lunch is where most PCOS meal plans either succeed or collapse. A meal like this Slow-Braised Beef Ragu that combines adequate protein, fibre-rich carbs, and fat keeps blood sugar stable for the rest of the workday and reduces the late-afternoon energy crash that drives sugar cravings around 3-4pm.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, this Slow-Braised Beef Ragu recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.
Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Lunch. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.
This recipe can be part of a structured PCOS meal plan. It makes 8 servings, making it great for meal prep. For a complete weekly plan tailored to your PCOS type, take our free 60-second quiz at pcosmealplanner.com/pcos-quiz to get a personalized 7-day meal plan.
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