For the short ribs, trim fat on top and bottom. Portion short ribs into 12 equal pieces, about 6 oz per piece.
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Combine short rib portions with 2 Tbs chopped rosemary, 2 Tbs minced garlic and 1/4 c vegetable oil.
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Let marinate for at least one hour to overnight.
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After short ribs have marinated, heat a large heavy bottom/cast iron skillet over medium high heat.
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Season short ribs with 44 Farms Salt & Pepper Blend. Sear short ribs in skillet on all sides, about 3 minutes on each side. This may need to be done in batches. Do not overcrowd pot or beef with not properly sear.
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Once all short ribs are seared, set aside on a plate.
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In same pot, add 1 Tbs of vegetable oil over medium high heat, and sear vegetables for 3-4 minutes.
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Add herbs and tomatoes, cook 1 minute.
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Add red wine, and reduce by half.
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Add beef stock, and place the short ribs into the pot.
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Cover with a lid, and place in a 350º oven for 2 hours. Check to make sure short ribs are tender. If needed, cook for an additional 30 minutes.
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Remove from oven, and let sit for 30 minutes.
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Remove short ribs from skillet and set aside.
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"ROSEMARY GARLIC PANKO"
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In a cast iron pan over medium heat, toast panko until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes.
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Let cool and mix in remaining ingredients.
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"SPRING VEGETABLES"
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In a cast iron pan, heat 2 tsp oil.
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Add spring onions and sear until tender. Add baby carrots and cook for 3-4 minutes.
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Add asparagus and cook for 2-3 minutes until tender, depending on the thickness of the asparagus.
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Add peas, garlic and salt and pepper.
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Cook for 3-4 more minutes until vegetables are tender.
CHEF'S TIP: Serve for Easter brunch or dinner along with Scalloped Potatoes.Short ribs can be made a day or two ahead of time and reheated in braising liquid until warmed through.
