Tuscan Beef and Tomato Braised Short Ribs
This hearty dish transports you to the rolling hills of Tuscany, where the rich flavors of slow-cooked short ribs, tender beef, and caramelized tomatoes meld together in perfect harmony, filling the kitchen with the enticing aromas of Italy, the sizzle of bacon, and the sweetness of onions and garlic, creating an atmosphere of warmth and comfort, as the tender meat falls off the bone, and the rich sauce coats your taste buds, a true testament to the power of traditional Italian cuisine, with its emphasis on simple, high-quality ingredients, and time-honored techniques, like the proper cooking of risotto, and the layering of flavors, that elevate this dish to new heights, and make it a true masterpiece of Italian cooking, that will leave you craving for more, and the combination of beef, tomatoes, onions, garlic, and bacon creates a depth of flavor that is both familiar and exciting, with the crispy bacon adding a satisfying crunch, and the caramelized onions and garlic adding a sweetness that balances out the savory flavors of the beef and tomatoes

Ingredients
- •1 pound beef short ribs
- •2 medium tomatoes, diced
- •1 large onion, chopped
- •3 cloves garlic, minced
- •6 slices of bacon, diced
- •1 cup red wine
- •1 cup beef broth
- •2 tablespoons olive oil
- •1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- •1 teaspoon dried thyme
- •salt and pepper, to taste
- •optional: fresh parsley, for garnish
Dietary Info
Instructions
- 1
preheat the oven to 300 degrees Fahrenheit
- 2
season the short ribs with salt, pepper, and rosemary
- 3
heat the olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat
- 4
sear the short ribs until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes per side
- 5
remove the short ribs from the pot, and set them aside
- 6
add the diced bacon to the pot, and cook until crispy, about 5 minutes
- 7
remove the bacon from the pot, and set it aside with the short ribs
- 8
add the chopped onion to the pot, and cook until caramelized, about 20 minutes
- 9
add the minced garlic to the pot, and cook for 1 minute
- 10
add the diced tomatoes, red wine, beef broth, and browned short ribs to the pot
- 11
cover the pot, and transfer it to the preheated oven
- 12
braise the short ribs for 2 hours, or until the meat is tender, and falling off the bone
- 13
remove the pot from the oven, and let it cool slightly
- 14
serve the short ribs with the rich sauce, and garnish with fresh parsley, if desired
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