Into the slow cooker it all goes... Then simply serve over noodles, polenta, or crusty bread.

Slow-Cooker Beef Ragu

Cut steak across the grain into four sections; season with salt and pepper. Transfer to a 5-to-6-quart slow cooker.

Add tomatoes, water, carrots, garlic, bay leaves, and Italian seasoning over beef in slow cooker.

Cover; cook on LOW 8 to 10 hours or HIGH 5 to 6 hours. Discard bay leaves. Shred the steak using two forks. Stir in tomato paste.

Serve steak mixture over noodles. If desired, top with Parmesan and garnish with fresh thyme. 