Description

This slow-braised beef short ribs with creamy herb sauce recipe is the ultimate comfort food. Tender, fall-off-the-bone ribs are cooked low and slow in a savory wine-infused broth, then finished with a rich herb cream sauce. Perfect for special occasions or a cozy dinner, this dish pairs beautifully with mashed potatoes, noodles, or polenta. A must-try for beef lovers and fans of hearty meals.

Ingredients

3 pounds beef short ribs (bone-in)

2 teaspoons salt

1 teaspoon black pepper

2 tablespoons olive oil

2 yellow onions, chopped

3 carrots, chopped

2 celery stalks, chopped

4 garlic cloves, minced

2 tablespoons tomato paste

1 cup red wine

3 cups beef broth

2 sprigs fresh rosemary

2 sprigs fresh thyme

2 bay leaves

3/4 cup heavy cream

1 tablespoon Dijon mustard

2 tablespoons chopped parsley

1 tablespoon chopped chives

1 tablespoon chopped tarragon (optional)

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Instructions

1. Season the beef short ribs with salt and black pepper.

2. Heat olive oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Sear the ribs on all sides until browned. Remove and set aside.

3. Add onions, carrots, and celery to the pot. Sauté until softened, about 6 minutes.

4. Stir in garlic and tomato paste. Cook for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.

5. Deglaze the pot with red wine, scraping up the browned bits. Simmer for 5 minutes.

6. Return the ribs to the pot. Add beef broth, rosemary, thyme, and bay leaves. Bring to a low simmer.

7. Cover and transfer to a 300°F (150°C) oven. Braise for 2.5 to 3 hours, or until meat is fork-tender.

8. Remove ribs and strain the braising liquid. Return liquid to the pot and simmer to reduce slightly.

9. Stir in heavy cream, Dijon mustard, and chopped herbs. Simmer until sauce thickens.

10. Return ribs to the sauce or serve separately, spooning sauce over each portion.

Notes

Use bone-in ribs for best flavor and tenderness.

Red wine adds richness, but you can substitute with more broth.

Fresh herbs make a difference—don’t skip them!

Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 3 hours
Category: Dinner
Method: Braised
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 portion
Calories: 580
Sugar: 5g
Sodium: 640mg
Fat: 42g
Saturated Fat: 18g
Unsaturated Fat: 20g
Trans Fat: 1g
Carbohydrates: 10g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 42g
Cholesterol: 165mg