Ingredients
Method
Prepare the Short Ribs
- Preheat the Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Season the short ribs with salt and pepper.
- Add olive oil to the pot and brown the short ribs on all sides, about 8-10 minutes. Remove and set aside.
Cook the Vegetables
- In the same pot, add onion, carrots, and celery. Cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in the garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
Deglaze and Simmer
- Pour in the red wine, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot. Let it reduce by half, about 5 minutes.
- Add crushed tomatoes, beef broth, oregano, and basil. Return the short ribs to the pot.
- Bring to a simmer, cover, and reduce heat to low. Cook for 2-2.5 hours until the meat is tender.
Cook the Pasta
- In a separate pot, bring salted water to a boil. Cook the pappardelle according to package instructions until al dente.
- Drain and set aside, reserving some pasta water.
Finish the Ragu
- Once the short ribs are tender, remove them from the pot. Shred the meat and return it to the sauce. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
- If the sauce is too thick, add reserved pasta water to reach desired consistency.
Serve
- Toss the cooked pappardelle with the ragu. Serve topped with grated parmesan and chopped parsley.
Nutrition
Notes
For added richness, you can finish the ragu with a tablespoon of butter before serving.
