Ingredients

  • 4 lb. beef short ribs, cut into serving size pieces
  • 12 small onions, peeled
  • 1 c. coarsely chopped onion
  • 1 (10 oz.) can beef broth
  • 1 1/4 c. water
  • 2 tsp. Worcestershire sauce
  • 4 whole peppercorns
  • 1 bay leaf, crushed
  • 1 clove garlic, crushed
  • 1/2 tsp. marjoram
  • 10 small new potatoes
  • 10 small carrots, pared
  • 3 Tbsp. all-purpose flour

Method

  • Trim excess fat from ribs.
  • Place ribs, about half at a time, fat side down in heated Dutch oven.
  • Brown on all sides.
  • Repeat until all ribs are browned.
  • Remove ribs and all but 2 tablespoons drippings from Dutch oven.
  • Add whole and chopped onions; saute for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Remove whole onions; set aside. Add beef broth, 1 cup water, Worcestershire sauce, peppercorns, bay leaf, garlic, marjoram and ribs.
  • Bring to a boil.
  • Reduce flame. Simmer, covered, 1 1/2 hours.
  • Scrub potatoes.
  • Cut in 1-inch strips.
  • Add carrots and whole onions along with potatoes to Dutch oven.
  • Simmer, covered, 1 more hour or until ribs and vegetables are tender.
  • Place ribs and vegetables on heated platter.
  • Combine flour and remaining 1/4 cup water.
  • Mix well.
  • Stir into pan juices.
  • Bring to a boil, stirring constantly.
  • Reduce flame and simmer for 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Strain.
  • Pour over ribs and vegetables. Serve with Horseradish Cream if desired.