This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Monday, April 20, 2026 (36 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Monday puzzles are the easiest of the week, so the clue is likely a plain definition.
Answer length: 4 squares
First letter
R _ _ _
First and last letters
R _ _ U
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RAGU as a word: Alternative spelling of ragù. [An Italian pasta sauce containing ground meat cooked with sautéed vegetables in tomato sauce or some other kind of liquid.].
RAGU has been an answer 6 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since December 14, 2025.
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