Beer-Braised Beef Short Ribs - cooking recipe

Ingredients

5 lbs beef short ribs
1 (14 ounce) can beef broth
1 (12 ounce) can dark beer
1 medium onion, cut into thin wedges
1/4 cup molasses
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoon dried thyme, crushed
1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
1/2 teaspoon salt

Preparation

Place ribs in a 5 to 6 quart slow cooker. Add broth, beer, onion, molasses, vinegar, thyme, hot pepper sauce and salt.
Cover and cook on low-heat setting for 11 to 12 hours or on high-heat setting for 5-1/2 to 6 hours.
Using a slotted spoon, transfer ribs to platter; cover to keep warm. Skim fat from cooking liquid. If desired, serve with mashed potatoes and garnish with fresh thyme leaves.