Beef Short Ribs with Onion Gravy and Mashed Potatoes

You’re in for a comforting, deeply flavorful meal! Here’s a full recipe for Beef Short Ribs with Onion Gravy and Mashed Potatoes — fall-off-the-bone tender meat, rich caramelized onion gravy, and creamy mashed potatoes to soak it all up.

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🥩🧅 Beef Short Ribs with Onion Gravy and Mashed Potatoes

🧂 Ingredients

For the Short Ribs:

• 2.5–3 lbs (1.1–1.4 kg) bone-in beef short ribs

• Salt and black pepper

• 2 tbsp flour (for searing)

• 2 tbsp oil (olive or vegetable)

• 2 large onions, thinly sliced

• 3 cloves garlic, minced

• 2 tbsp tomato paste (optional, for depth)

• 1½ cups beef broth

• ½ cup red wine (or extra broth)

• 1 tsp thyme (fresh or dried)

• 1 bay leaf

• Optional: 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce

For the Mashed Potatoes:

• 2 lbs (900g) Yukon gold or russet potatoes, peeled and cubed

• ½ cup milk (warm)

• 4 tbsp butter

• Salt, to taste

• Optional: cream or sour cream for richness

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👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. Sear the Short Ribs

1. Pat ribs dry. Season generously with salt and pepper, then dust lightly with flour.

2. Heat oil in a heavy pot (Dutch oven works best) over medium-high heat.

3. Sear ribs on all sides until browned (about 2–3 minutes per side). Remove and set aside.

2. Build the Onion Gravy Base

1. In the same pot, add sliced onions and a bit more oil if needed.

2. Cook over medium heat for 10–15 minutes, stirring, until deeply golden and caramelized.

3. Add garlic and tomato paste; cook 1–2 minutes.

4. Pour in wine (if using) and scrape up the browned bits.

5. Add broth, thyme, bay leaf, and Worcestershire sauce. Return ribs to the pot.

3. Braise

• Cover and cook on low simmer (stovetop or in 325°F/160°C oven) for 2.5 to 3 hours, or until ribs are fall-off-the-bone tender.

• You can also use a slow cooker: cook on LOW for 8 hours.

4. Make the Mashed Potatoes

1. Boil potatoes in salted water until fork-tender (15–20 minutes).

2. Drain and mash with warm milk and butter.

3. Season with salt and stir until smooth and fluffy.

5. Serve

• Remove ribs gently (they’ll be tender).

• Strain or blend the onion gravy for a smoother texture if desired.

• Plate mashed potatoes, top with a short rib, and spoon over generous onion gravy.

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🍽️ Tips & Variations

• Add carrots or mushrooms to the braise for a full one-pot meal.

• Finish with a sprinkle of fresh parsley or a touch of horseradish cream.

• For extra indulgence, add a splash of cream to the onion gravy at the end.

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