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Short Rib Ragu

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  • Author: Emily
  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 3 hours
  • Total Time: 3 hours 20 mins
  • Yield: 4-6 servings 1x
  • Category: Main-course
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: Italian

Description

This Short Rib Ragu recipe features tender beef short ribs simmered in a rich tomato and red wine sauce, served over pasta and garnished with parsley and Parmigiano Reggiano.


Ingredients

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Main Ingredients:

  • 2 lbs Beef short ribs, de-boned, cut into 2″ cubes
  • 2 tbsp Light olive oil
  • Kosher salt
  • 1 cup White onion, finely diced
  • 1/2 cup Celery, finely diced
  • 1/2 cup Carrot, finely diced
  • 4 Garlic cloves, finely minced
  • 2 tbsp Tomato paste
  • 1 cup Red wine
  • 1 cup Broth, beef or chicken
  • 1 3/4 cup Crushed tomatoes
  • Herb Bundle (Rosemary, thyme, parsley stems)
  • 2 Bay leaves
  • 2 tbsp Sherry or red wine vinegar
  • Kosher salt and fresh cracked pepper to taste

For Serving:

  • 1 lbs Pasta, Tagliatelle or pappardelle
  • Chopped parsley and grated Parmigiano Reggiano for garnish

Instructions

  1. Prep the Short Ribs: Season the short ribs with salt. In a large pot, heat oil and sear the ribs until browned. Remove and set aside.
  2. Sauté Aromatics: In the same pot, cook onions, celery, carrot, and garlic until softened.
  3. Add Remaining Ingredients: Stir in tomato paste, wine, broth, crushed tomatoes, herb bundle, bay leaves, and vinegar. Return short ribs to the pot.
  4. Simmer: Cover and simmer for several hours until the meat is tender.
  5. Cook Pasta: Cook pasta according to package instructions.
  6. Serve: Serve the short rib ragu over pasta, garnished with parsley and Parmigiano Reggiano.

Notes

  • You can use a slow cooker for this recipe for added convenience.
  • Feel free to adjust the seasoning and thickness of the sauce to your preference.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 500 kcal
  • Sugar: 5 g
  • Sodium: 800 mg
  • Fat: 20 g
  • Saturated Fat: 8 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 40 g
  • Fiber: 5 g
  • Protein: 30 g
  • Cholesterol: 80 mg