"EFFORT: NOT MUCH PREP TIME: 15 MINUTES COOK TIME: 6 HOURS KEEPS ON WARM: 1 HOUR The ingredient list is designed for use in a medium (4- to 5 1/2-quart) slow cooker. See the cook's notes for ingredient lists for small (2- to 3 1/2-quart) and large (6- to 8-quart) models...."
INGREDIENTS
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3 tablespoons Italian-seasoned tomato paste
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3 tablespoons full-bodied red wine, such as a California Zinfandel
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2 teaspoons Red wine vinegar
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1 1/4 pounds lean ground beef, preferably 93% lean
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3 ounces (about 3/4 cup) provolone cheese, finely shredded
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1/3 cup uncooked long-grain white rice
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1 teaspoon dried oregano
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3/4 teaspoon dried thyme
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1/2 teaspoon crushed fennel seeds