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Short Rib Ragu

Hearty Short Rib Ragu: A Warm and Indulgent Dinner Delight

Indulge in the rich flavors of this Short Rib Ragu, a comforting dinner delight perfect for cozy evenings.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours 30 minutes
Total Time 3 hours 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 600

Ingredients
  

For the Ragu
  • 3 pounds Short Ribs well-marbled
  • 3 tablespoons Olive Oil for searing
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion diced
  • 2 medium Carrots diced
  • 2 stalks Celery diced
  • 4 cloves Garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste optional if using more crushed tomatoes
  • 1 cup Dry Red Wine or substitute broth
  • 1 can Canned Crushed Tomatoes 28 ounces
  • 1 cup Beef Broth or vegetable broth
  • 2 sprigs Fresh Rosemary or 1 teaspoon dried
  • 2 sprigs Fresh Thyme or omit
  • 1 leaf Bay Leaf remove before serving
  • 1 piece Parmesan Rind optional
  • to taste Salt & Black Pepper adjust as needed
  • ¼ cup Fresh Parsley chopped, for garnish
  • 12 ounces Pasta e.g., pappardelle, gluten-free if needed

Equipment

  • Dutch oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Short Rib Ragu
  1. Pat the short ribs dry with paper towels, then season generously with salt and black pepper.
  2. In a heavy pot, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear the short ribs for 4-5 minutes on each side until browned. Remove and set aside.
  3. Add more oil if needed, then sauté yellow onion, carrots, and celery for 8-10 minutes until onion is translucent.
  4. Stir in minced garlic and tomato paste; cook for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
  5. Pour in red wine and bring to a gentle simmer for 5-7 minutes until reduced by half.
  6. Add crushed tomatoes, beef broth, rosemary, thyme, bay leaf, and Parmesan rind; stir to combine.
  7. Nestle the short ribs back into the pot, cover, and place in a preheated oven at 300°F (150°C) for 3-3.5 hours.
  8. Remove ribs and shred meat, discarding bones and fat. Return shredded meat to the sauce.
  9. Optional: Strain the sauce for smoother consistency, then simmer to thicken for 10-15 minutes.
  10. Cook pasta according to package directions; reserve a cup of pasta water before draining.
  11. Combine drained pasta with the ragu, adding reserved pasta water as needed to reach desired consistency.
  12. Serve topped with freshly chopped parsley and grated Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 45gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 1200mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For best results, allow the ragu to simmer longer and adjust seasoning gradually as you cook.

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