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Braised Short Ribs in Creamy Herb Sauce

Elevate your comfort food with these tender, juicy braised short ribs in a creamy herb sauce, perfect for cozy family dinners.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 650
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 pounds beef short ribs
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 large onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • Fresh parsley, for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large, heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
  2. Season the short ribs generously with salt and pepper.
  3. Add the short ribs to the pot, searing each side until they're beautifully browned, about 3-4 minutes.
Cooking
  1. Remove the short ribs and set them aside.
  2. In the same pot, toss in the diced onion and sauté until it’s soft and translucent.
  3. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
  4. Pour in the beef broth, scraping up any brown bits stuck to the bottom.
  5. Return the short ribs to the pot and bring it to a gentle simmer.
  6. Cover the pot and transfer it to a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C).
  7. Let the short ribs braise in the oven for about 2.5 to 3 hours, or until tender and falling off the bone.
Sauce Preparation
  1. Once the short ribs are ready, remove them from the pot and set aside.
  2. Whisk in the heavy cream, Dijon mustard, and chopped herbs to the pot.
  3. Taste and adjust the seasoning with additional salt and pepper as needed.
Serving
  1. Plate the short ribs, generously spoon over the creamy herb sauce, and garnish with fresh parsley.

Notes

This dish tastes even better the next day! Prepare in advance and reheat gently. Add spinach or kale for a vegetable boost. If the sauce is lumpy, whisk before serving.