Ragu Al DoroMeris Resources2018-01-08T16:03:13-05:00

Ragu Al Doro

Presented by Stefano’s Restaurant

INGREDIENTS

• 1 whole “chef’s cut” tenderloin chain, about 1 1/2 lb.*
•  1/4 cup diced onions
•  1/4 cup diced carrots
•  1/4 cup diced celery
• 1 tsp. minced garlic
• 1/2 cup demi-glace, homemade or commercially prepared
• 1/2 cup peeled plum tomatoes, chopped
• 1 cup water
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Pasta for serving
• 1/4 cup freshly grated pecorino cheese
• 1/4 cup fresh basil, chiffonade or chopped                                                                                                                           

DIRECTIONS

In a sauté pan, sear the chain on all sides.

Combine the onions, carrots, celery, garlic, demi-glace, tomatoes, and water in a large pot or Dutch oven. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Add the chain, cover, and cook on low to medium-low heat for 6 hours. 

Transfer chain to a cutting surface and allow to cool for 10 to 15 minutes. Shred the meat and remove any tendons or fat not dissolved in cooking. Stir shredded meat into the ragu and warm through.

Serve with pasta of choice—the chef recommends a wide, flat noodle such as pappardelle—and garnish with pecorino and fresh basil.

Serves 4

*An often under-appreciated part of a beef tenderloin, the chain—which runs the length of an untrimmed tenderloin—is the main feature of this dish. Stefano’s buys whole tenderloins and portions filets, then reserves the tasty chain for this ragu, giving it the designation of “chef’s cut.” The chain is generally unavailable for separate purchase, but Saylor’s & Company at 1105 Main Street in Hellertown will take orders for this specialty portion. Call ahead of time to determine availability (610.838.6363).