Crockpot Beef Short Ribs (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Main Ingredients

01 - 3 lbs bone-in beef short ribs
02 - 3 cups baby carrots
03 - 2 cups mushrooms, sliced
04 - 2 cups beef broth
05 - 1 cup red wine (optional, see notes)
06 - 2 tbsp tomato paste
07 - 3 tbsp unsalted butter
08 - 1 bay leaf
09 - 8 sprigs fresh thyme
10 - 1 tbsp garlic, minced
11 - Salt to taste
12 - Pepper to taste

# Instructions:

01 - Add salt and pepper to all sides of the short ribs. In a large skillet over medium heat, brown all the sides of each piece of short rib for about 20 seconds per side.
02 - Add all ingredients to a large crockpot and cook on low for 8 hours, or until meat is falling off the bone. Once finished, remove short ribs and vegetables, set aside. Discard herbs. Don't dispose of the liquid!
03 - Serve immediately with a side of mashed sweet potatoes and drizzle with the liquid from the crockpot.

# Notes:

01 - Tip: If you want your liquid to be thicker like gravy, combine ½ cup water and 1 tbsp of cornstarch and stir till combined. Add the liquid to a sauce pan over medium heat and whisk in water-cornstarch mixture. Whisk continuously until slightly thickened, about 2-4 minutes.
02 - Leftover Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. To re-warm, microwave on high for 30-60 seconds.
03 - Recipe Alterations: You can swap the wine out for additional beef broth or even use water.