Dutch Oven Short Rib Ragu: Indulge in Comfort with Pappardelle
A rich and hearty Italian dish featuring tender short ribs slow-cooked in a savory sauce, served over pappardelle pasta.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours
- Total Time: 3 hours 30 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Dutch Oven
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: None
- 2 pounds short ribs
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup red wine
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 can (14 ounces) crushed tomatoes
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- salt to taste
- pepper to taste
- 12 ounces pappardelle pasta
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Preheat your Dutch oven over medium heat and add olive oil.
- Season short ribs with salt and pepper, then sear them in the Dutch oven until browned on all sides. Remove and set aside.
- Add onion, carrot, celery, and garlic to the pot, cooking until softened.
- Pour in the red wine, scraping the bottom of the pot to deglaze.
- Add beef broth, crushed tomatoes, bay leaves, thyme, and the seared short ribs back to the pot.
- Cover and let simmer on low heat for 3 hours, or until the meat is tender.
- Remove the short ribs, shred the meat, and return it to the sauce.
- Cook pappardelle according to package instructions, then toss with the ragu before serving.
- Top with grated Parmesan cheese and serve hot.
Notes
- For extra depth of flavor, consider adding a splash of balsamic vinegar.
- Pair with a glass of red wine for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 4 grams
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 30 grams
- Saturated Fat: 12 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 60 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 30 grams
- Cholesterol: 90 mg
Keywords: Dutch Oven Short Rib Ragu, Pappardelle, Comfort Food