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Ingredientes
- For the Short Ribs:
- 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 5 pounds beef short ribs
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 3 carrots, peeled and cut into ¼-inch slices
- 4 stalks celery, cut into ¼-inch slices
- 4 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
- 5 thyme sprigs
- 4 cups chicken stock
- 4 cups dry red wine (example: cabernet sauvignon)
- For the Cheesy Grits:
- 4 cups water
- 1 cup corn grits
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 6 ounces smoked cheddar cheese, shredded
- 2 ounces smoked gouda cheese, shredded
- Salt and pepper, to taste
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