Jul 13 2026
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Short Rib Ragu Recipe

Inspired by BellaBrava Bexley - Land O’Lakes
Time4h
Serves4

mafaldine pasta | slow braised short rib ragu | pecorino Romano | Italian parsley

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Ingredients

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Pasta

Short Rib Ragu

Garnish

Method

Pasta Preparation

  1. 1

    Cook the Mafaldine Pasta

    In a large pot of boiling salted water, add the mafaldine pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

Short Rib Ragu Preparation

  1. 2

    Sear the Short Ribs

    In a large Dutch oven or heavy pot, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Season the short ribs with salt and pepper, then add them to the pot. Sear the ribs on all sides until browned, about 4-5 minutes per side. Remove the short ribs and set aside.

  2. 3

    Sauté Vegetables

    In the same pot, add the diced onion, carrot, and celery. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are softened. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.

  3. 4

    Add Tomato Paste and Deglaze

    Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 2 minutes. Then pour in the red wine, scraping the bottom of the pot to deglaze and incorporate all the browned bits.

  4. 5

    Simmer the Ragu

    Return the short ribs to the pot along with the beef broth, bay leaves, and thyme. Bring to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low and cover. Cook for 2 to 3 hours, or until the short ribs are tender and can be easily shredded.

  5. 6

    Shred the Short Ribs

    Remove the short ribs from the pot and let them cool slightly. Shred the meat using two forks, discarding any excess fat and bones. Return the shredded meat to the ragu and stir to combine. Season with additional salt and pepper to taste.

Assembly

  1. 7

    Combine Pasta and Ragu

    In a large serving bowl, mix the cooked mafaldine pasta with the short rib ragu until well combined.

  2. 8

    Serve

    Top the pasta with grated Pecorino Romano and chopped Italian parsley before serving.

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