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Tender Slow-Cooker Short Ribs for Cozy Dinners

Slow-Cooker Short Ribs made approachable with clear cues, pantry staples, and flexible swaps.
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Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 4 pounds beef short ribs
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 large onion chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 2 sprigs fresh thyme or 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 2 carrots cut into chunks
  • 2 stalks celery cut into chunks

Method
 

  1. Season the short ribs with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Sear the short ribs on all sides until browned, about 3-4 minutes per side.
  4. Transfer the browned short ribs to the slow cooker.
  5. In the same skillet, add chopped onion and garlic, sauté until softened.
  6. Add beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and tomato paste to the skillet; stir well.
  7. Pour the sauce over the short ribs in the slow cooker.
  8. Add the carrots, celery, and thyme to the slow cooker.
  9. Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4 hours.
  10. Check for tenderness and adjust seasoning if necessary before serving.