Best 7 Student Ragout Recipes

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Student ragout is a classic dish that is both affordable and easy to make, making it a favorite among students and budget-conscious home cooks alike. Originating in France, ragout is a hearty stew typically made with meat, vegetables, and herbs. While the traditional recipe calls for expensive cuts of meat, the student ragout takes a more budget-friendly approach, utilizing less expensive cuts of meat and incorporating vegetables and legumes to create a delicious and satisfying meal. This article will provide you with a comprehensive guide to making the perfect student ragout, including variations and tips for customizing it to your taste.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

SAUSAGE RAGU



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Feed the family this comforting, budget-friendly sausage ragu with pasta. You can freeze the leftovers for another time and it tastes just as good

Provided by Esther Clark

Categories     Dinner, Main course, Pasta

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 tbsp olive oil
1 onion, finely chopped
2 large garlic cloves, crushed
¼ tsp chilli flakes
2 rosemary sprigs, leaves finely chopped
2 x 400g cans chopped tomatoes
1 tbsp brown sugar
6 pork sausages
150ml whole milk
1 lemon, zested
350g rigatoni pasta
grated parmesan and ½ small bunch parsley, leaves roughly chopped, to serve

Steps:

  • Heat 2 tbsp of the oil in a saucepan over a medium heat. Fry the onion with a pinch of salt for 7 mins. Add the garlic, chilli and rosemary, and cook for 1 min more. Tip in the tomatoes and sugar, and simmer for 20 mins.
  • Heat the remaining oil in a medium frying pan over a medium heat. Squeeze the sausagemeat from the skins and fry, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, for 5-7 mins until golden. Add to the sauce with the milk and lemon zest, then simmer for a further 5 mins. To freeze, leave to cool completely and transfer to large freezerproof bags.
  • Cook the pasta following pack instructions. Drain and toss with the sauce. Scatter over the parmesan and parsley leaves to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 589 calories, Fat 18 grams fat, SaturatedFat 5 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 83 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 18 grams sugar, Fiber 8 grams fiber, Protein 19 grams protein, Sodium 0.5 milligram of sodium

EASY BEEF RAGOUT



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This is an easy and delicious recipe for beef ragout. It cooks slowly and smells (and tastes) wonderful! You can serve over white rice, mashed potatoes or some pasta.

Provided by Redsie

Categories     Stew

Time 3h

Yield 5 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 cups chopped onions
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons margarine
2 lbs boneless round steak, trimmed of fat and cubed
reserved tomato juice, plus water to make 1 cup
2 bay leaves
pepper
2 cups whole baby carrots
2 cups sliced mushrooms
1 (14 ounce) can stewed tomatoes, drained and juice reserved
1 medium green pepper, slivered
paprika
seasoning salt
1/3 cup water
2 tablespoons flour

Steps:

  • Sauté onion and garlic in margarine in large frying pan until onion is soft and golden. Turn into ungreased 3 quart casserole.
  • Add beef. Add tomato juice mixture, bay leaves and pepper. Stir. Cover. Bake in 325F oven for 1 1/2 hours.
  • Add next 6 ingredients. Stir. Cover. Bake for about 1 hour until beef is very tender. Remove and discard bay leaves.
  • Stir water into flour in small cup until smooth. Gradually stir into beef mixture. Cover. Bake for 15 minutes until bubbling and thickened.
  • Makes 10 cups.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 460.4, Fat 23.1, SaturatedFat 10, Cholesterol 122.9, Sodium 357.4, Carbohydrate 20.8, Fiber 3.5, Sugar 10, Protein 42.2

CAJUN CHICKEN RAGOUT



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This is an old, personal favorite recipe of mine. While not totally authentic, it celebrates the fabulous flavors of Cajun cuisine. Serve this thick sauce over rice.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Stews     Chicken

Time 1h

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 20

6 slices bacon, cut into 1/4-inch pieces
1 large onion, diced
2 ribs celery, diced
1 pinch salt
1 green bell pepper, diced
1 red bell pepper, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
⅓ cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon dried oregano
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper, or to taste
3 cups cold chicken broth, divided
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
8 ounces andouille sausage, sliced
2 tablespoons finely chopped green onion (white and light green parts)
2 cups shredded cooked chicken breast
¼ cup finely chopped green onion (white and light green parts)
salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Cook and stir bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crisp, about 10 minutes. Transfer bacon to a bowl with a slotted spoon, reserving 2 tablespoons bacon fat in the pan.
  • Return skillet to medium heat; cook and stir onion, celery, and a pinch of salt until onion begins to soften, about 5 minutes. Add green bell pepper, red bell pepper, and garlic; cook, stirring frequently, until bell peppers are soft, about 5 minutes.
  • Pour vegetable oil into the onion mixture, sprinkle in flour, and cook until flour is browned and mixture thickens, about 5 minutes. Add 1 teaspoon black pepper, paprika, oregano, and cayenne pepper and stir to combine.
  • Pour 1/4 cup of chicken broth into vegetable mixture; cook and stir, scraping any browned bits off the bottom of the pan, until combined. Add remaining broth and Worcestershire sauce. Increase heat to medium-high and simmer until sauce is thick and reduced slightly, about 10 minutes.
  • Reduce heat to low. Add andouille sausage, chicken, and reserved bacon. Cook until heated hot.
  • Remove from heat, stir in green onions, and season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 512.3 calories, Carbohydrate 20.9 g, Cholesterol 104.7 mg, Fat 31.4 g, Fiber 3.4 g, Protein 34.7 g, SaturatedFat 9.5 g, Sodium 1875.1 mg, Sugar 5.6 g

STUDENT RAGOUT



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Make and share this Student Ragout recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Catdocmom

Categories     Stew

Time 1h

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 slices bacon
1 lb round steak, cut into bite-sized pieces
2 medium white onions, sliced
4 large carrots, thinly sliced into rings
5 medium potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
1 teaspoon garlic salt
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • In large, deep pot, fry bacon and leave in pot to cool.
  • Add steak, garlic salt, salt and pepper.
  • Layer onions, then carrots, then potatoes, adding salt and pepper to each layer.
  • Add water up to top of potatoes.
  • Turn burner on medium high.
  • When meat begins to sizzle, cover pot, and turn heat to low.
  • When potatoes are tender, stew is done.

BASIC VEGETABLE RAGOUT



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Provided by Food Network

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme leaves or 1 teaspoon fresh thyme, minced
1 medium zucchini, medium diced
1/4 teaspoon dried tarragon or 1 teaspoon fresh tarragon, minced
1 28-ounce can plum tomatoes, chopped, juice reserved
1/4 teaspoon dried basil or 1 teaspoon fresh basil, minced
1 cup brown rice, cooked in 3 cups salted water
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In a large hot saucepan heat oil. Add onion, 1/3 of garlic, red pepper flakes, thyme and saute until onions and garlic are fragrant. Stir in zucchini, 1/3 garlic and tarragon, partially cover pan and cook for approximately 3 minutes or until zucchini has begun to soften. Stir in plum tomatoes with juice, 1/3 garlic and basil, partially cover pan and cook for 7 minutes or until vegetables are crisp tender. Serve over rice. Top with Parmesan.

BEEF AND MUSHROOM RAGOUT



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 cups veal stock
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 pound 2 ounces of beef tenderloin scraps, cut into 3/4 by 1 1/2-inch strips
1/2 pound white button mushrooms, sliced
1 teaspoon Dijonstyle mustard
3 tablespoons heavy cream
1/2 teaspoon salt
Freshly ground black pepper
4 scallions, white and green parts only, sliced 1/4-inch thick on the diagonal
Spatzle (recipe above)

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan, bring the veal stock to a simmer and reduce it to 1/4 of its original volume, until 1 cup of syrupy liquid remains (this may take up to 45 minutes). Set aside.
  • Prepare the spatzle as directed in the above recipe.
  • Heat a large heavy skillet over high heat until it is very hot, and add the vegetable oil. Saute the beef strips, tossing frequently, for 2 minutes, or until seared. Add the mushrooms and cook for 3 to 4 minutes more, tossing, until they give up their liquid. Add the mustard, cream, salt, a generous amount of pepper, and the reduced veal stock. Stir to mix thoroughly and remove from the heat.
  • Make a bed of the spatzle in each of 6 shallow heated bowls, top with a generous spoonful of the ragout and lots of sauce, and sprinkle a few scallions over each.

BEEF RAGOUT



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My mother used to serve this to our family as a one-dish meal by adding sliced potatoes with the carrots. I've updated it by substituting mushrooms for the potatoes and adding chili sauce. It's also good over rice or mashed potatoes.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 2h30m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper, divided
3/4 pound boneless beef round steak, cut into thin strips
1 large onion, sliced and separated into rings
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
3/4 cup water
3/4 cup red wine or beef broth
1 to 2 tablespoons chili sauce
2 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
Dash dried thyme
3/4 cupsliced carrots
3/4 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
Hot cooked noodles

Steps:

  • In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the flour, salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Add beef, a few pieces at a time, and shake to coat., In a large skillet, saute beef and onion in oil over medium heat until meat is browned and onion is tender. Add the water, wine or broth, chili sauce, bacon, garlic, oregano, thyme and remaining pepper; mix well. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 2 hours, stirring occasionally. Add carrots and mushrooms; cover and simmer for 30 minutes or until carrots and meat are tender. Serve over noodles.

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Tips:

- **Use a Dutch oven or large pot:** A Dutch oven or large pot is essential for making student ragout. It should be large enough to hold all of the ingredients comfortably and allow for easy stirring. - **Brown the meat in batches:** Browning the meat in batches helps to prevent it from overcrowding the pot and steaming, which can result in a bland flavor. - **Use a variety of vegetables:** A variety of vegetables adds flavor, texture, and color to the ragout. Some good options include carrots, celery, onions, mushrooms, and bell peppers. - **Add aromatics:** Aromatics, such as garlic, onion, and thyme, add depth of flavor to the ragout. - **Use a good quality canned tomato:** A good quality canned tomato is essential for making a flavorful ragout. Look for tomatoes that are packed in their own juice or crushed tomatoes. - **Simmer for at least 30 minutes:** Simmering the ragout for at least 30 minutes allows the flavors to meld and develop. - **Serve over pasta or rice:** Student ragout can be served over pasta or rice. It can also be used as a filling for tacos or burritos.

Conclusion:

Student ragout is a delicious and versatile dish that is perfect for a quick and easy meal. It is a great way to use up leftover meat and vegetables, and it can be easily customized to suit your own tastes. With a few simple tips, you can make a student ragout that is sure to impress your friends and family.

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