Short Rib Ragu: Indulgent Delight with Parmesan Mashed Potatoes
A rich and flavorful short rib ragu served over creamy parmesan mashed potatoes.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours
- Total Time: 3 hours 30 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Braised
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Meat-based
- 3 pounds short ribs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 carrots, chopped
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 cup red wine
- 3 cups beef broth
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 pounds potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1/2 cup cream
- 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add short ribs and brown on all sides.
- Remove short ribs and add onion, carrots, celery, and garlic. Sauté until soft.
- Stir in tomato paste and cook for 1 minute.
- Pour in red wine and scrape the bottom of the pot to release any browned bits.
- Add beef broth, bay leaves, thyme, salt, and pepper. Return short ribs to the pot.
- Cover and simmer for 3 hours until the meat is tender.
- Meanwhile, boil potatoes until tender. Drain and mash with butter, cream, and parmesan.
- Serve short rib ragu over parmesan mashed potatoes.
Notes
- This dish pairs well with a robust red wine.
- Feel free to add more herbs to taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 850
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 50g
- Saturated Fat: 24g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 65g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Short Rib Ragu, Parmesan Mashed Potatoes, Comfort Food