Slow Cooker Short Ribs

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 pounds boneless short ribs
• 1 onion, chopped
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1/2 cup red wine
• 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 bay leaf
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Directions

1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add short ribs and cook until browned on all sides, about 8 minutes.
2. Add onion and garlic; cook until onion is softened, about 5 minutes.
3. Stir in tomato paste, red wine, diced tomatoes, oregano, thyme, bay leaf, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil.
4. Transfer mixture to a slow cooker. Cover and cook on low for 8 hours.
5. Serve with vegetables.

Interesting Facts

• Short ribs are cut from the rib and plate primals of beef, and are well-marbled with fat.
• Short ribs are a very flavorful cut of beef, which are best cooked slowly to bring out their flavor.
• The slow-cooking process helps to tenderize the short ribs, making them easier to eat.