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 mins
Cook Time7 hours hrs 30 minutes mins
Total Time8 hours hrs
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: crockpot, pasta
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 380kcal
- 2 1/2-3 1/2 pounds beef short ribs
- seasoning salt or salt and black pepper amount as desired
- 2 tablespoons olive oil divided
- 3/4 cup chopped celery
- 3/4 cup chopped carrots
- 3/4 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
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.
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