Description

These Crockpot Short Ribs are a delightful comfort food, braised to perfection with red wine, fresh vegetables, and herbs. With simple preparation and rich flavors, it’s an ideal dish for a cozy dinner without the fuss.

Ingredients

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2 yellow onions, thinly sliced
5 pounds bone-in beef short ribs
kosher salt and black pepper
6 shallots, halved
8 garlic cloves, smashed
6 carrots, chopped
1 bottle (750ml) (or 3 cups) dry red wine, such as pinot noir
2 cups beef broth
1/2 cup cognac or brandy (optional)
2 tablespoons tomato paste
2 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme
2 dried bay leaves
4 tablespoons salted butter
2 cups sliced cremini mushrooms
1 tablespoon chopped fresh sage

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Instructions

Layer the sliced onions at the bottom of the crockpot.
Place the beef short ribs on top and season with kosher salt and black pepper.
Add the halved shallots, smashed garlic, and chopped carrots.
Pour in the red wine, beef broth, and cognac if using.
Stir in the tomato paste, chopped thyme, and bay leaves.
Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 4-6 hours until the beef is tender.
Increase the heat to high, discard the bones, and drain excess grease from the sauce.
Return the short ribs to the sauce and cook uncovered for an additional 30 minutes to thicken.
In a skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter and add the sliced mushrooms, cooking until golden for about 5 minutes.
Add the remaining butter, chopped sage, salt, and pepper, cooking for another 5 minutes until they are caramelized.
Serve the ribs generously covered in sauce with mushrooms on top, alongside potatoes, rice, or crusty bread.

Notes

For added depth of flavor, allow the dish to marinate overnight before cooking.
Feel free to substitute the cognac with beef broth for a non-alcoholic version.
This dish pairs wonderfully with a side of mashed potatoes or crusty bread to soak up the sauce.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 712
Sugar: 5g
Sodium: 640mg
Fat: 46g
Saturated Fat: 19g
Unsaturated Fat: 25g
Trans Fat: 2g
Carbohydrates: 20g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 56g
Cholesterol: 178mg