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Beef Shank and Sausage Ragù with Whole Grain Spaghetti

This robust beef shank and sausage ragù is a standout high-protein meal that celebrates the depth of slow-cooked flavours. By braising beef shanks and spicy Italian sausage in a rich red wine and tomato base, the meat becomes incredibly tender, creating a thick, savoury sauce infused with toasted fennel and garlic. It is a sophisticated take on a classic meat sauce, offering a satisfying texture that pairs perfectly with the nuttiness of whole grain pasta.

Ideal for weekend batch cooking or hosting a crowd, this comforting dish is as nutritious as it is flavourful. The use of whole grain spaghetti adds extra fibre and a slow-release energy boost, making it a brilliant option for those looking for a balanced, protein-rich dinner. You can even prepare the ragù up to two days in advance to allow the aromatic herbs and spices to develop further before serving with a generous dusting of Parmesan and fresh parsley.

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Ingredients for Beef Shank and Sausage Ragù with Whole Grain Spaghetti

  • 2 cucharaditas de semillas de hinojo

  • 45ml de aceite de oliva, dividido

  • 900g hot Italian sausages, casings removed

  • 3 1/2 to 1.7kg 1 1/2-inch-thick beef shanks with bone (about 3 pieces)

  • 800g chopped onions (about 3 large)

  • 2 800g cans diced tomatoes in juice

  • 1 750-ml bottle dry red wine

  • 8 large garlic cloves, chopped

  • 4 fresh bay leaves

  • 2 cucharaditas de orégano seco

  • 1 cucharadita de pimiento rojo triturado seco

  • 675g multi-grain or whole grain spaghetti

  • 45 ml de aceite de oliva virgen extra

  • 160ml (packed) freshly grated Parmesan cheese (about 60g )

  • 1/2 cup finely chopped fresh Italian parsley

Preheat oven to 177°C. Toast fennel seeds in small dry skillet over medium-low heat until slightly darker in colour and very fragrant, about 3 minutes. Set aside.

Heat 2 tablespoons oil in large oven-proof pot over medium heat. Add sausage. Cook until brown and cooked through, breaking up with back of spoon, about 10 minutes. Using slotted spoon, transfer sausage to large bowl.

Add 1 tablespoon oil to pot. Sprinkle beef shanks with salt and pepper. Add to pot and sauté until brown, about 6 minutes per side. Transfer shanks to bowl with sausage. Add onions to pot and sauté until brown and tender, scraping up browned bits, about 10 minutes. Return shanks, sausage, and any accumulated juices to pot. Add tomatoes with juice, wine, garlic, bay leaves, oregano, crushed red pepper, and toasted fennel seeds. Bring to simmer.

Cover pot and place in oven. Braise until shanks are very tender, about 2 1/2 hours. Transfer shanks to work surface. Cut meat off bones and dice. Discard bones. Tilt pot. Spoon off fat from surface of pan juices. Return diced shank meat to pot. Simmer until liquid is reduced enough to coat spoon, about 10 minutes. Season ragù to taste with salt and pepper. DO AHEAD: Can be made 2 days ahead. Cool slightly. Chill uncovered until cold, then cover and keep chilled. Rewarm over medium heat, stirring occasionally, before continuing.

Cook pasta in large pot of boiling salted water until just tender but still firm to bite, stirring occasionally. Drain pasta; transfer to large bowl. Add oil and toss to coat. Add cheese and parsley; toss to coat. Season pasta with salt and pepper.

Divide pasta among 12 shallow bowls. Ladle ragù over and serve.

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  • 29 Ene 2026 | Publicado originalmente

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    Editores de recetas del Reino Unido

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