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Red Wine Braised Short Ribs

Tender, flavorful short ribs braised in rich red wine and savory herbs, perfect for a cozy dinner with family and friends.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 pieces Bone-in beef short ribs Choose quality short ribs for the best flavor.
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1 tsp Pepper
  • 3 tbsp Olive oil For browning the short ribs.
  • 1 cup Onions, chopped
  • 1 cup Carrots, chopped
  • 1 cup Celery, chopped
  • 4 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 2 cups Red wine Use a quality wine you would enjoy drinking.
  • 2 cups Beef broth
  • 1 tbsp Thyme Fresh thyme is preferred.
  • 2 leaves Bay leaves

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).
  2. Season the short ribs with salt and pepper.
  3. Heat olive oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
  4. Brown the short ribs on all sides, then remove them from the pot.
  5. Add onions, carrots, and celery to the pot and sauté until softened.
  6. Stir in garlic and cook for another minute.
  7. Pour in red wine and scrape up any brown bits from the bottom of the pot.
  8. Return the short ribs to the pot, add beef broth, thyme, and bay leaves.
  9. Bring to a simmer, then cover and transfer to the oven.
  10. Cook for about 2.5 to 3 hours, until the ribs are tender.
Serving
  1. Serve warm with your choice of sides, such as mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables.

Notes

Allow leftovers to cool completely before storing in an airtight container. They will last in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days and can be frozen for up to 3 months.