Braised Beef Short Ribs in Red Wine Sauce

• 4 lbs bone-in beef short ribs
• 2 cups dry red wine (Cabernet or Merlot)
• 2 cups beef broth
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 2 carrots, chopped
• 2 stalks celery, chopped
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 sprigs fresh thyme
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C).

2. 2

   Sear seasoned ribs in Dutch oven.

3. 3

   Sauté mirepoix (onion, carrot, celery) and garlic.

4. 4

   Add tomato paste, wine, broth, herbs.

5. 5

   Return ribs. Braise covered in oven 3-3.5 hours.

6. 6

   Reduce sauce. Serve.