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Braised Short Rib Ragu: Indulgent Comfort in Every Bite

Braised Short Rib Ragu
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A rich and flavorful braised short rib ragu that brings comfort to your table with every bite.

Ingredients

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  • 3 pounds short ribs
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 carrots, diced
  • 2 celery stalks, diced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup red wine
  • 1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C).
  2. In a Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
  3. Season the short ribs with salt and pepper, then brown them on all sides in the Dutch oven.
  4. Remove the short ribs and set them aside. In the same pot, add onion, carrots, and celery and sauté until softened.
  5. Add garlic and cook for another minute, then add red wine to deglaze the pot.
  6. Stir in crushed tomatoes, beef broth, bay leaves, and thyme. Return short ribs to the pot.
  7. Cover and transfer to the oven. Cook for 3 hours or until the meat is tender.
  8. Remove from oven, discard bay leaves, and shred the meat.
  9. Serve over pasta or polenta.

Notes

  • For added richness, you can finish the ragu with a bit of cream before serving.
  • This dish pairs well with a full-bodied red wine.

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Keywords: Braised Short Rib Ragu, comfort food, decadent recipe

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