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Tender Short Rib Ragu Over Silky Parmesan Mashed Potatoes

Tender Short Rib Ragu Over Silky Parmesan Mashed Potatoes

Tender Short Rib Ragu Over Silky Parmesan Mashed Potatoes is a comforting dish combining slow-cooked beef with creamy mashed potatoes for a delightful experience.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner Recipes
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 620
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Short Rib Ragu
  • 3 lbs beef short ribs bone-in
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 2 carrots, chopped
  • 2 stalks celery, chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 sprig rosemary or thyme
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
Parmesan Mashed Potatoes
  • 3 lbs Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes, peeled and chopped
  • 1 cup whole milk or cream, warmed
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt and white pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Dutch oven

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Pat ribs dry, season with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in Dutch oven, sear ribs on all sides until browned. Remove and set aside.
  3. Add onion, carrots, celery, and garlic to the pot. Cook until softened.
  4. Stir in tomato paste, then add crushed tomatoes, beef broth, bay leaves, and herbs.
  5. Return ribs to the pot, cover, and simmer on low for 2.5?3 hours until meat is tender.
  6. Remove ribs, shred meat, and discard bones. Return shredded beef to sauce and simmer uncovered for 15 minutes to thicken.
  7. Meanwhile, boil potatoes in salted water until fork-tender, about 15?20 minutes.
  8. Drain potatoes, mash well, and stir in warm milk, butter, and Parmesan. Season with salt and pepper.
  9. To serve, spoon mashed potatoes into bowls and top with generous ladles of short rib ragu. Garnish with parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 620kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 38gFat: 31gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 112mgSodium: 850mgPotassium: 1080mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 12mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Adjust herbs and spices according to preference for a personalized touch.

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