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Pour the wine into a large saucepan set over medium heat.
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When the wine is heated, carefully set it aflame.
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Let the flames die out, then increase the heat so that the wine boils; allow it to boil until it cooks down by 1/2.
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Remove from the heat.
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Center a rack in the oven and preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
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Heat the oil in a Dutch oven or large casserole, large enough to hold 6 ribs, over medium-high heat.
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Season the ribs all over with salt and the crushed pepper.
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Dust the ribs with about 2 tablespoons of matzoh meal and then when the oil is hot, slip the ribs into the pot and sear for 4 to 5 minutes on each side, until well browned.
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Transfer the browned ribs to a plate.
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Remove all but 1 tablespoon of fat from the pot; lower the heat to medium, and toss in the vegetables and herbs.
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Brown the vegetables lightly, 5 to 7 minutes, then stir in the tomato paste and cook for 1 minute to blend.
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Add the reduced wine, browned ribs, and stock to the pot.
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Bring to a boil; cover the pot tightly, and slide it into the oven to braise for about 2 1/2 hours, or until the ribs are tender enough to be easily pierced with a fork.
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Every 30 minutes or so, lift the lid and skim and discard whatever fat may have bubbled up to the surface.
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Carefully transfer the meat to a heated serving platter with a lip and keep warm.
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Boil the pan liquid until it thickens and reduces to approximately 1 quart.
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Season with salt and pepper and pass through a fine-mesh strainer; discard the solids.
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Presentation: Pour the sauce over the meat.
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Serve with vegetables of your choice.