Beer-Braised Beef Short Ribs

By mschweickert

Ingredients

• 5 pounds beef short ribs
• 1 14 ounce can beef broth
• 1 12 ounce can dark beer
• 1 medium onion, cut into thin wedges
• 1/4 cup molasses
• 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme, crushed
• 1 teaspoon bottled hot pepper sauce
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• Mashed potatoes or hot buttered noodles (optional)
• Fresh thyme leaves (optional)

Preparation

Step 1

Directions

1.
Place ribs in a 5- to 6-quart slow cooker. Add broth, beer, onion, molasses, vinegar, thyme, hot pepper sauce, and salt.

2.
Cover and cook on low-heat setting for 11 to 12 hours or on high-heat setting for 5-1/2 to 6 hours.

3.
Using a slottled spoon, transfer ribs to platter; cover to keep warm. Skim fat from cooking liquid. If desired, serve with mashed potatoes and garnish with fresh thyme leaves. Makes 4 to 6 servings.