Throw-Together Short Ribs

“This recipe takes no time to prepare and results in the most delicious, fall-off-the-bone short ribs,” writes Lamya Asiff of Delburne, Alberta. “The longer you cook them, the better they get!” TIP: “Serve them on a bed of rice,” Lamya suggests.

Throw-Together Short Ribs Recipe photo by Taste of Home

Ingredients

• 1/3 cup water
• 1/4 cup tomato paste
• 3 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon prepared mustard
• 2 teaspoons seasoned salt
• 2 teaspoons cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon beef bouillon granules
• 2 pounds beef short ribs
• 1 small tomato, chopped
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 1 tablespoon cold water

Directions

1. In a 3-qt. slow cooker, combine the first eight ingredients. Add the ribs, tomato and onion. Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours or until meat is tender.
2. In a small bowl, combine cornstarch and cold water until smooth; gradually stir into cooking juices. Cover and cook on high for 15 minutes or until thickened.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving: 252 calories, 11g fat (5g saturated fat), 55mg cholesterol, 1061mg sodium, 18g carbohydrate (13g sugars, 1g fiber), 20g protein.