Brasato al Barolo (Braised Beef in Barolo Wine)

Name: Brasato al Barolo (Braised Beef in Barolo Wine)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2- 1/2 pounds Beef Short Ribs OR 2 1/2 Pounds Chuck Roast; 1 bottle (750ml) Barolo Wine; 2 whole Carrots, Peeled And Sliced; 2 whole Medium Onions, Sliced; 1 stalk Celery, Sliced; 1 sprig Fresh Rosemary; 4 whole Fresh Sage Leaves; 1 clove Garlic, Minced; 1 whole Bay Leaf; Salt And Pepper; 2 Tablespoons Unsalted Butter; 2 Tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Servings: persons

2- 1/2 pounds Beef Short Ribs OR 2 1/2 Pounds Chuck Roast
1 bottle (750ml) Barolo Wine
2 whole Carrots, Peeled And Sliced
2 whole Medium Onions, Sliced
1 stalk Celery, Sliced
1 sprig Fresh Rosemary
4 whole Fresh Sage Leaves
1 clove Garlic, Minced
1 whole Bay Leaf
Salt And Pepper
2 Tablespoons Unsalted Butter
2 Tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil

1
To marinate: place beef into a LARGE dish and pour the entire bottle of wine on top.
2
Add the carrots, onions, celery, rosemary, sage, garlic and bay leaf.
3
Season with salt and pepper.
4
Cover and allow to marinate a minimum of 6 hours or up to 24 hours.
5
When you are ready to cook the beef, in a large Dutch oven (or similar), heat the butter and oil over medium heat until melted.
6
Remove beef from the dish (reserving marinade) and pat completely dry with paper towels.
7
When the beef is dry, place it into the pan and brown completely on all sides.
8
When beef is browned, reduce heat to LOWEST setting and add the marinade, season with salt and pepper, cover and allow to simmer approximately 1 hour until tender.
9
Remove the meat from the pan and allow to rest.
10
Skim any grease from the sauce.
11
Place sauce into a food mill (or immersion blender, regular blender or food processor) and pulse or turn until mixture is to desired consistency.
12
You can slice the beef and spoon sauce over OR if youve chosen the beef short ribs, you can serve them on the bone.

289

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2- 1/2 pounds Beef Short Ribs OR 2 1/2 Pounds Chuck Roast, 1 bottle (750ml) Barolo Wine, 2 whole Carrots, Peeled And Sliced, 2 whole Medium Onions, Sliced, and more.

Yes, Brasato al Barolo (Braised Beef in Barolo Wine) falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!