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Braised Short Rib Ragu Pasta

Braised Short Rib Ragu Pasta: An Incredible Ultimate Recipe

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Create an unforgettable dining experience with Braised Short Rib Ragu Pasta. This dish features tender, slow-cooked beef short ribs simmered in a rich tomato sauce infused with aromatic vegetables and herbs. Each bite is a comforting blend of robust flavors that cling beautifully to your choice of pasta, making it perfect for cozy family dinners or hosting friends. With its make-ahead convenience and impressive presentation, this recipe will quickly become a staple in your culinary repertoire. Serve it with fresh parsley and grated Parmesan for a delightful finish.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds beef short ribs
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 large onion, diced
  • 2 carrots, diced
  • 2 celery stalks, diced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup red apple vinegar
  • 28 ounces crushed tomatoes
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 2 teaspoons dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 bay leaf
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 pound pasta (pappardelle or tagliatelle)
  • Fresh parsley, for garnish
  • Grated Parmesan cheese, for serving

Instructions

  1. In a Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Season the short ribs with salt and pepper and brown on all sides (3-4 minutes per side). Remove and set aside.
  2. Sauté onion, carrots, and celery until soft (5-7 minutes). Add garlic and sauté for another minute.
  3. Deglaze the pot with red apple vinegar, scraping up browned bits; simmer for 5-7 minutes.
  4. Stir in crushed tomatoes, beef broth, tomato paste, oregano, thyme, bay leaf, and return short ribs to the pot.
  5. Bring to a simmer, cover, and braise on low heat for 2.5 to 3 hours until tender.
  6. Cook pasta according to package instructions; reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
  7. Shred short ribs from the pot and return meat to sauce; add reserved pasta water as needed to adjust consistency.
  8. Mix pasta with ragu until well coated; serve topped with parsley.

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