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5 from 3 votes

Short Rib Ragu

Craving something that warms you right down to your socks? Look no further than this incredible Short Rib Ragu! melt-in-your-mouth beef simmered in a savory sauce is just waiting to be poured over your favorite pasta or mashed potatoes!
Prep Time30 minutes
Cook Time7 hours 30 minutes
Total Time8 hours
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: crockpot, pasta
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 380kcal

Ingredients
 

  • 2 ½-3 ½ pounds beef short ribs
  • seasoning salt or salt and black pepper amount as desired
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil divided
  • ¾ cup chopped celery
  • ¾ cup chopped carrots
  • ¾ cup chopped onion
  • 3-4 garlic cloves minced
  • 32 ounces marinara sauce
  • Optional Bases: pasta, veggie-pasta, or mashed potatoes
  • Garnish: parmesan cheese and fresh basil

Instructions

  • Season beef ribs on all sides with seasoning salt or salt and black pepper.
  • Heat a skillet on high heat and add a tablespoon of the oil. Once the pan is hot and oil starts to smoke, sear the beef ribs on all sides 1-2 minutes each. Transfer the ribs to a Crockpot. 
  • In the same skillet on medium-high heat, add remaining oil, celery, carrots and onion. Scrape up any solid bits from the bottom of the pan and sauté 5 minutes. Add garlic and a cook an additional minute. Season with seasoning salt or salt and pepper.
  • Pour the vegetable mixture into the Crockpot on top of the short ribs. Pour marinara sauce on top. Mix to coat the short ribs. Cover and cook on low for 7-8 hours. 
  • Before serving, transfer short ribs to a large plate. Shred the meat, discarding bones and any excess fat. Place the shredded meat back into the Crockpot and mix to combine.
  • Serve over prepared pasta or mashed potatoes.

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Nutrition

Serving: 1cup beef rags sauce (no noodles) | Calories: 380kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 34g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 11g | Cholesterol: 98mg | Sodium: 802mg | Potassium: 1131mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 3344IU | Vitamin C: 13mg | Calcium: 51mg | Iron: 5mg
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