Braised Short Rib Spaghetti

Enjoy this hearty and flavorful pasta dish with al dente spaghetti and tender braised short ribs in a rich tomato-based sauce. Great for a cozy dinner or a special event.

Ingredients:

• 2 lbs beef short ribs
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 carrot, chopped
• 1 celery stalk, chopped
• 1 cup red wine
• 1 can 14 oz crushed tomatoes
• 2 cups beef broth
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 1 tsp dried rosemary
• 1 lb spaghetti
• Grated Parmesan cheese, for serving

Instructions:

Season short ribs with salt and pepper

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat

Brown short ribs on all sides, then remove from pot and set aside

In the same pot, add onion, garlic, carrot, and celery

Cook until softened, about 5 minutes

Pour in red wine, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot

Simmer for 2 minutes

Return short ribs to the pot

Add crushed tomatoes, beef broth, thyme, and rosemary

Bring to a simmer

Cover and cook on low heat for 2-3 hours, until short ribs are tender and falling off the bone

Meanwhile, cook spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente

Drain and set aside

Once short ribs are done, remove them from the pot and shred the meat

Discard bones and excess fat

Return shredded meat to the sauce in the pot

Season with salt and pepper to taste

Serve the braised short rib sauce over cooked spaghetti, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese