Slow Cooker Melt-In-Your-Mouth Short Ribs

Submitted by ElizabethKnicely

"The name says it all...short ribs become exceedingly tender when slow-cooked in a flavorful combination of French onion soup, ale, garlic, brown sugar and seasonings."

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Ready In:: 9hrs 10mins
Ingredients:: 7
Serves:: 6

ingredients

3 lbs beef short ribs, pieces
2 tablespoons packed brown sugar
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon dried thyme leaves, crushed
¹⁄₄ cup all-purpose flour
1 (10 1/2 ounce) can condensed French onion soup
1 (12 fluid ounce) bottle dark beer or (12 fluid ounce) bottle beer

directions

Place the beef in a 5-quart slow cooker. Add the brown sugar, garlic, thyme and flour and toss to coat. Pour the soup and ale over the beef mixture.
Cover and cook on LOW for 8 to 9 hours or until the beef is fork-tender.
RECIPE TIPS:
Time-Saving: Recipe may be cooked on HIGH for 4 to 5 hours.
Serving Suggestion: This recipe is delicious served over hot mashed potatoes or noodles.