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Braised Short Ribs with Red Wine are simply delicious!

These red wine braised short ribs are fall-off-the-bone tender with deep, rich flavors that taste like they've simmered all day.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 lb bone-in beef short ribs
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 large onion chopped
  • 2 carrots chopped
  • 2 celery stalks chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 2 cups red wine
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 2 sprigs fresh thyme
  • 2 sprigs fresh rosemary
  • 2 bay leaves

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Season ribs with salt and pepper.
  2. In a Dutch oven, heat oil and sear ribs on all sides. Set aside.
  3. Sauté onion, carrot, and celery until softened. Add garlic and tomato paste. Cook 1 minute.
  4. Pour in red wine and simmer 10 minutes. Add broth and herbs. Return ribs to pot.
  5. Cover and braise in oven for 2.5–3 hours until meat is tender.
  6. Remove herbs. Skim fat and serve with mashed potatoes or polenta.

Notes

  • Even better the next day—make ahead and reheat.
  • Use a good-quality dry red wine for the best flavor.

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