Beef short ribs are readily available now and a lovely way to slow cook beef. They do take a long time so plan ahead. Mary uses red cabbage in her coleslaw, but feel free to use shredded white ...
Peel the potatoes and cut into ½ cm slices. Place in a pan of cold water and simmer until just cooked. Drain well. Melt the butter in a pan and add the flour and mix to a smooth paste.
Connie Miller/AP Share Brasato al Barolo, or beef braised in Barolo ... though any decent dry red wine works. Short ribs start out tough but are well-marbled; slow, gentle braising renders them ...