SLOW-COOKER SHORT RIBS
2/3 cup all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons salt 1/2 teaspoon pepper 4 to 4-1/2 pounds boneless beef short ribs 1/4 to 1/3 cup butter 1 large onion, chopped 1-1/2 cups beef broth 3/4 cup red wine vinegar 3/4 cup packed brown sugar 1/2 cup chili sauce 1/3 cup ketchup 1/3 cup Worcestershire sauce 5 garlic cloves, minced 1-1/2 teaspoons chili powder In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the flour, salt and pepper. Add ribs in batches and shake to coat. In a large skillet, brown ribs in butter. Transfer to a 6-qt. slow cooker. In the same skillet, combine the remaining ingredients. Cook and stir until mixture comes to a boil; pour over ribs. Cover and cook on low for 9-10 hours or until meat is tender. Yield: 12 servings. |