Beef Ragu
This ragu is a slow-simmered classic made keto with rich cream, savory bacon, and fresh herbs. Perfect over zoodles or low-carb noodles, it’s comfort food that fits your macros. Deep, bold flavors make it ideal for batch cooking or impressing a crowd with minimal fuss.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 1 hr
- Total Time: 1 hr 10 mins
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: dinner
Ingredients
1 tbsp olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
4 garlic cloves, roughly chopped
8 slices bacon, diced
1.5 lbs ground beef
4 celery stalks, diced
¼ cup fresh oregano, chopped
¼ cup fresh marjoram, chopped
1.5 cups tomato sauce (no sugar added)
1 cup heavy whipping cream
Salt & pepper, to taste
Instructions
Sauté Aromatics: In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil and onion. Cook until caramelized.
Add Bacon & Garlic: Stir in chopped garlic and diced bacon. Cook until bacon starts to crisp.
Brown the Beef: Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks.
Add Veggies & Herbs: Stir in celery, oregano, and marjoram. Cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Simmer Sauce: Add tomato sauce and heavy cream. Stir well, reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 40 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
Serve Hot: Great over cauliflower mash, zoodles, or low-carb pasta.
Nutrition
- Calories: ~280
- Fat: 22g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Protein: 18g
Find it online: https://ketospoonful.com/beef-ragu/