Braised Short Ribs with Red Wine & Garlic Mash

Braised Short Ribs with Red Wine &  Garlic Mash 

Full Recipe:

Ingredients:

For the Short Ribs:

3 lbs  beef short ribs

 Salt & black pepper (to taste)

2 tbsp olive oil

1 large onion, chopped

3 cloves garlic, minced

2 tbsp tomato paste

2 cups red wine (Cabernet or Merlot)

2 cups beef broth

1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce

1 tsp dried thyme or a few fresh sprigs

1 bay leaf

1 cup pearl onions or baby onions

1 tbsp flour (optional, for thickening)

For the Garlic Mashed Potatoes:

2 lbs Yukon gold potatoes, peeled and cubed