Jul 14 2026
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Braised Short Rib Gnocchi Recipe

Inspired by Estella Restaurant
Time3h 30m
Serves6

Braised Short Rib with Gnocchi in a Creamy Parmesan Sauce

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Ingredients

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Braised Short Ribs

Gnocchi

Creamy Parmesan Sauce

Method

Braised Short Ribs

  1. 1

    Sear the Ribs

    In a large Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Season the short ribs with salt and black pepper. Sear the short ribs on all sides until browned, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove the ribs and set aside.

  2. 2

    Sauté Vegetables

    In the same pot, add chopped onions, carrots, and celery. Sauté until softened, about 5 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.

  3. 3

    Deglaze the Pot

    Pour in the red wine and scrape the bottom of the pot to release any browned bits. Bring to a simmer and reduce the wine by half.

  4. 4

    Add Broth and Herbs

    Return the short ribs to the pot and add beef broth, fresh thyme, and bay leaves. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover. Simmer for 2-3 hours, or until the meat is tender and falling off the bone.

  5. 5

    Remove Ribs

    Once done, remove the short ribs from the pot and let them rest. Strain the sauce to remove vegetables and return the liquid to the pot.

Gnocchi

  1. 6

    Cook the Gnocchi

    In a large pot of salted boiling water, add the potato gnocchi. Cook according to package instructions until they float to the surface, about 2-3 minutes. Drain and set aside.

Creamy Parmesan Sauce

  1. 7

    Make the Sauce

    In the same pot with the strained sauce, add heavy cream, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring frequently.

  2. 8

    Add Parmesan

    Once the sauce has thickened slightly, stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.

  3. 9

    Combine Everything

    Shred the short ribs and add them back into the sauce. Add the cooked gnocchi and stir gently to combine, heating through for an additional 2-3 minutes.

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