Description
Indulge in the rich, savory goodness of Short Rib Bolognese Sauce—a heartwarming dish that captures the essence of Italian comfort food. This sauce features tender, slow-cooked short ribs simmered in a vibrant blend of tomatoes, herbs, and red wine, creating an irresistible flavor that envelops your favorite pasta. Perfect for family dinners or cozy gatherings, this recipe promises to impress even the pickiest eaters.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs bone-in short ribs
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 large sweet onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 28 oz canned San Marzano tomatoes
- 1 cup dry red wine
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 tsp fresh basil, chopped
- 1 tsp fresh oregano, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Season short ribs with salt and pepper; sear each side until browned (4-5 minutes).
- Remove short ribs and sauté onions until translucent (about 5 minutes). Add garlic; cook for another minute.
- Deglaze with red wine, scraping up bits from the pot; simmer for 3-4 minutes.
- Stir in canned tomatoes, basil, oregano, and return short ribs to the pot. Pour beef broth over everything and season.
- Bring to a boil; reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for 2-3 hours until short ribs are fork-tender.
- Shred the short ribs with two forks, mix back into the sauce, and serve over cooked pasta.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 180 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg