French Style Braised Short Ribs

French style braised short ribs are a classic comfort food, known for their rich flavor and tender texture. Slowly cooked in red wine and aromatic vegetables, they are succulent and perfect for a cozy dinner.

Ingredients:

• 4 lbs beef short ribs
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 carrots, diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 cups red wine
• 2 cups beef broth
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 2 sprigs fresh thyme
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 tbsp butter
• 1 tbsp all-purpose flour
• Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions:

Preheat oven to 325F 165C

Season short ribs generously with salt and pepper

Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat

Sear short ribs on all sides until browned, about 4 minutes per side

Remove and set aside

In the same pot, add diced onion, carrots, and celery

Cook until softened, about 5 minutes

Add minced garlic and cook for another minute

Pour in red wine and beef broth, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot

Stir in tomato paste, thyme, and bay leaves

Return short ribs to the pot, ensuring they are submerged in the liquid

Cover and transfer to the preheated oven

Braise for 2

5 to 3 hours, or until the meat is tender and falling off the bone

Once done, remove the short ribs from the pot and strain the braising liquid, discarding the solids

In a separate saucepan, melt butter over medium heat

Whisk in flour to create a roux

Slowly pour in the strained braising liquid, whisking constantly until thickened into a sauce

Serve short ribs with the sauce, garnished with fresh parsley