Tender beef short ribs coated in a savory and rich gravy, perfect for a comforting and hearty meal.

This recipe for smothered beef short ribs features tender, fall-off-the-bone meat cooked in a flavorful gravy. The slow cooking process allows the meat to absorb all the delicious flavors, resulting in a truly mouthwatering dish that is perfect for a cozy dinner at home.

Ingredients

• 4 lbs beef short ribs
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tbsp oil
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 4 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 cup beef broth
• 1 cup red wine
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 2 tsp dried thyme
• 2 bay leaves
• 2 tbsp flour

Directions

1. Season the short ribs with salt and pepper.
2. In a large Dutch oven, heat the oil over medium-high heat.
3. Brown the short ribs on all sides, then remove and set aside.
4. Add the onion and garlic to the pot and sauté until softened.
5. Pour in the beef broth, red wine, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, and bay leaves.
6. Return the short ribs to the pot and bring to a simmer.
7. Cover and place in a preheated 300°F oven for 3 hours, or until the meat is tender.
8. Remove the short ribs from the pot and discard the bay leaves.
9. In a small bowl, mix the flour with some water to create a slurry.
10. Whisk the slurry into the pot to thicken the gravy.
11. Return the short ribs to the pot and simmer for another 10 minutes.
12. Serve the smothered beef short ribs over mashed potatoes or rice.
13. Enjoy!

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