Jul 14 2026
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Short Rib Recipe

Inspired by Piccolina Toscana
Time4h
Serves4

braised short rib, fontina, gorgonzola, caramelized onion and roasted garlic

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Ingredients

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Short Rib

Cheese Blend

Caramelized Onion and Roasted Garlic

Method

Short Rib Preparation

  1. 1

    Season the Ribs

    Pat the bone-in short ribs dry with paper towels. Season generously with salt and black pepper on all sides.

  2. 2

    Sear the Ribs

    In a large, heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the short ribs and sear them until browned on all sides, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove the ribs from the pot and set aside.

  3. 3

    Deglaze the Pot

    In the same pot, add red wine and scrape up any brown bits from the bottom of the pot. Let the wine reduce by half.

  4. 4

    Add Liquid and Herbs

    Return the short ribs to the pot. Add beef broth, thyme sprigs, and bay leaves. Ensure the ribs are mostly submerged in liquid.

  5. 5

    Braise the Ribs

    Bring the liquid to a gentle simmer. Cover the pot and transfer it to a preheated oven at 325°F (165°C). Braise for 2.5 to 3 hours, or until the meat is tender and falling off the bone.

Caramelized Onion and Roasted Garlic

  1. 6

    Prepare the Garlic

    Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Slice the tops off the whole garlic bulbs to expose the cloves. Drizzle with olive oil, wrap in aluminum foil, and roast in the oven for 30-35 minutes or until soft.

  2. 7

    Caramelize the Onions

    In a large skillet, heat olive oil and butter over medium heat. Add sliced onions and cook, stirring occasionally, until caramelized, about 20-25 minutes. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

  3. 8

    Combine Ingredients

    Once the garlic is roasted, squeeze the softened garlic cloves into the caramelized onions. Mix well and cook for an additional 5 minutes.

Cheese Assembly

  1. 9

    Mix the Cheeses

    In a mixing bowl, combine the fontina and gorgonzola cheeses. Set aside.

  2. 10

    Assemble the Dish

    Once the short ribs are done braising, remove them from the pot and place them on a serving platter. Top with the caramelized onion and roasted garlic mixture, then sprinkle the cheese blend over the top.

  3. 11

    Melt the Cheese

    You can place the assembled ribs under a broiler for 2-3 minutes to melt the cheese slightly if desired.

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