BRAISED SHORT RIBS WITH GREEN PEPPER
Source: My Great Recipes card collection (printed in Holland)
Beef, Card 66 , Group 10
Prep time: 20 minutes
Cook time: 2 1/2 hours
Temp: 350

You brown, then slowly bake, meaty short ribs until they are tender to make a hearty winter meal for family or friends.

For 4 servings:
2 1/2 to 3 lbs beef short ribs
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
1 tsp salt
3/4 tsp black pepper
2 Tbsp vegetable shortening
1 cup sliced onions
1 clove garlic, minced or pressed
1 cup hot water
1 bay leaf
2 Tbsp brown sugar, packed
1/4 cup vinegar
2 Tbsp soy sauce
1 green pepper, cut into rings
All-purpose flour, optional

1. Wipe meat with a damp cloth. Trim off excess fat.

2. Combine flour, salt and black pepper. Dredge meat in mixture to coat completely. Heat shortening in large skillet. Brown ribs on all sides. Remove to a casserole with a cover.

3. Cook onions and garlic in skillet until golden. Spoon over ribs. Combine water, bay leaf, brown sugar, vinegar and soy sauce. Pour over ribs.

4. Cover and bake at 350 degrees F for 2 hours. Add green pepper rings. Cook 30 minutes longer or until meat is tender.

5. Remove cooked ribs and vegetables to a serving platter. Skim fat off drippings. Thicken with a little flour if desired. Spoon drippings over meat and vegetables.

Good served with: Hot buttered noodles, mashed potatoes or rice, and a green salad.

For 8 servings: Double the ingredients. Use 1-1/2 cups host water.

For 2 servings: Half of the ingredients.