Name: Savory Red Wine Braised Beef Short Ribs: Perfect Winter Comfort
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 3 h
Total time: 3 h 20 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 3 pounds beef short ribs; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 large onion, chopped; 2 carrots, diced; 2 celery stalks, diced; 4 cloves garlic, minced; 2 cups red wine (such as Cabernet Sauvignon); 2 cups beef broth; 2 tablespoons tomato paste; 2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves (or 1 teaspoon dried thyme); 2 bay leaves; Salt and pepper to taste; Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Description

Savory Red Wine Braised Beef Short Ribs are a comforting and flavorful dish perfect for winter. The beef is slow-cooked in a rich red wine and beef broth sauce, resulting in tender, fall-off-the-bone meat.

Ingredients

3 pounds beef short ribs
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 large onion, chopped
2 carrots, diced
2 celery stalks, diced
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 cups red wine (such as Cabernet Sauvignon)
2 cups beef broth
2 tablespoons tomato paste
2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves (or 1 teaspoon dried thyme)
2 bay leaves
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).
Season the beef short ribs generously with salt and pepper. In a large Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the short ribs in batches, browning them on all sides. Remove the ribs and set aside.
In the same pot, add the chopped onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for about 5 minutes until the vegetables are softened. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
Pour in the red wine, scraping the bottom of the pot to deglaze. Bring to a simmer and let it cook for about 5 minutes.
Stir in the beef broth, tomato paste, thyme, and bay leaves. Return the short ribs to the pot, ensuring they are submerged in the liquid.
Cover the pot with a lid and transfer it to the preheated oven. Braise for 2.5 to 3 hours, or until the meat is tender and falling off the bone.
Remove the pot from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes. Discard the bay leaves before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley.

Notes

For a richer flavor, add a tablespoon of Worcestershire sauce to the braising liquid.
Serve with creamy mashed potatoes or crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 3 hours
Category: Main Course
Method: Braising
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 450
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 500mg
Fat: 30g
Saturated Fat: 12g
Unsaturated Fat: 18g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 7g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 35g
Cholesterol: 100mg