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Braised Short Ribs with Red Wine

Close-up of tender Braised Short Ribs glistening in rich sauce, garnished with fresh thyme sprigs.
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Melt-in-your-mouth beef short ribs slow-cooked in a rich red wine sauce, perfect for a cozy fall dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 3 lbs beef short ribs
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 2 carrots, chopped
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 bottle (750ml) dry red wine
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 2 sprigs fresh thyme
  • 1 bay leaf
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
  2. Season the short ribs generously with salt and pepper.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Sear the short ribs on all sides until deeply browned. Remove ribs and set aside.
  4. Add the onion, carrots, and celery to the Dutch oven. Cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
  5. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.
  6. Pour in the red wine, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot. Bring to a simmer and let it reduce by half, about 10-15 minutes.
  7. Return the short ribs to the Dutch oven. Add the beef broth, thyme sprigs, and bay leaf. The liquid should mostly cover the ribs.
  8. Bring the liquid to a simmer, then cover the Dutch oven tightly with a lid.
  9. Transfer the Dutch oven to the preheated oven and braise for 3 to 4 hours, or until the beef is fork-tender and falling off the bone.
  10. Remove the short ribs from the pot. Skim any excess fat from the surface of the braising liquid.
  11. If you prefer a thicker sauce, you can simmer the liquid on the stovetop for a few minutes to reduce it further. Discard thyme sprigs and bay leaf.
  12. Return the ribs to the sauce to warm through before serving.

Notes

  • Serve with mashed potatoes or creamy polenta to soak up the delicious sauce.
  • For an even richer flavor, consider adding a tablespoon of tomato paste with the aromatics.
  • This recipe is a great make-ahead meal; the flavors deepen overnight.

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