BEEF SHORT RIB RAGU & PAPPARDELLE

BEEF SHORT RIB RAGU & PAPPARDELLE

6 servings
Rich and tender beef short ribs simmered in a flavorful tomato and red wine ragu, served over silky pappardelle pasta for a comforting and hearty meal

Ingredients

  • beef short ribs
    2 lb
  • pappardelle pasta
    12 oz
  • tomato paste
    3 tbsp
  • onion

    diced

    1 large
  • garlic

    minced

    4 cloves
  • carrots

    diced

    2 medium
  • celery stalks

    diced

    2
  • red wine
    1 c
  • beef broth
    2 c
  • olive oil
    2 tbsp
  • grated parmesan cheese
    ½ c
  • chopped fresh parsley
    2 tbsp

Directions

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 325 degrees F if finishing in the oven.

  2. 2

    Heat olive oil in a Dutch oven, brown the short ribs on all sides, then remove and set aside.

  3. 3

    Sauté onions, garlic, carrots, and celery until softened.

  4. 4

    Stir in tomato paste and cook for 2 minutes, then deglaze with red wine and simmer until slightly reduced.

  5. 5

    Return short ribs to the pot, add beef broth ensuring meat is partially covered.

  6. 6

    Simmer gently on stove or transfer to oven for 2.5–3 hours until meat is tender.

  7. 7

    Shred meat, return to sauce, and adjust seasoning.

  8. 8

    Cook pappardelle according to package instructions and toss with ragu.

  9. 9

    Plate pasta, sprinkle with Parmesan and parsley, and serve immediately.

BEEF SHORT RIB RAGU & PAPPARDELLE

BEEF SHORT RIB RAGU & PAPPARDELLE

200 min6 servings550 cal

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About this Recipe

Indulge in the Ultimate Comfort: Beef Short Rib Ragu & Pappardelle

Prepare to be captivated by this Beef Short Rib Ragu & Pappardelle, a dish that epitomizes rich Italian comfort food. Imagine succulent, fall-off-the-bone beef short ribs, slow-simmered for hours in a deeply flavorful tomato and red wine ragu. This isn't just a meal; it's an experience, especially when generously spooned over wide, silky strands of pappardelle pasta.

Our slow-cooked beef short rib ragu delivers an incredible depth of flavor that only time can achieve. The aromatic base of diced onions, carrots, and celery, combined with fragrant garlic and concentrated tomato paste, forms the perfect foundation. A splash of robust red wine and savory beef broth enriches the sauce, creating a complex, melt-in-your-mouth experience that clings beautifully to every ribbon of pappardelle. This truly is the perfect Italian pasta dish to warm your soul and impress any dinner guest.

Tips for Perfection & Delicious Variations:

  • Sear for Flavor: Don't skip browning the short ribs thoroughly; it's key for developing deep, rich flavor in your beef ragu.
  • Herbal Boost: While parsley adds freshness, consider a sprig of fresh rosemary or thyme tied with kitchen twine during the simmering process for an extra aromatic layer.
  • Serving Suggestions: Beyond pappardelle, this versatile ragu is also fantastic over creamy polenta, mashed potatoes, or even gnocchi for a different texture. A sprinkle of fresh Parmesan cheese and chopped parsley is the ideal finishing touch.

This hearty comfort food masterpiece requires a little time, but the incredible result is more than worth the wait. Gather your loved ones and prepare for a truly unforgettable meal.

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