Description
A hearty and comforting stew made with tender short ribs, vegetables, and aromatic herbs, perfect for chilly evenings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 pounds bone-in short ribs
- 1 large onion, diced
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup dry red wine
- 4 cups beef broth
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon flour (optional, for thickening)
Instructions
- Prep Your Ingredients: Cut all veggies and brown the short ribs.
- Sear the Short Ribs: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Dry and season short ribs. Brown on all sides for 3-4 minutes.
- Sauté Aromatics: Remove short ribs and add onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 5-7 minutes.
- Add Garlic and Flour: Stir in minced garlic, cooking for another minute. Add flour if desired.
- Deglaze with Wine: Pour in red wine, scraping the pot for flavorful bits. Simmer for 5 minutes.
- Combine Everything: Return short ribs to the pot, add beef broth, bay leaves, and thyme. Bring to a simmer.
- Slow Cook for Flavor: Lower heat, cover, and simmer for 2-3 hours.
- Taste and Adjust: Adjust seasoning before serving.
- Serve Hot: Ladle into bowls and serve with crusty bread or mashed potatoes.
Notes
For a healthier option, serve with a salad or steamed vegetables. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days, or freeze for 3 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 180 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: beef stew, short ribs, comfort food, family recipe, slow cooked