A Hearty Feast of Comfort Foods

Introduction
This comforting feast brings together rich, slow-braised beef short ribs, creamy mashed potatoes, cheesy mac & cheese, and a smoky sausage stir-fry with peppers and cabbage. It’s the perfect meal for when you’re craving hearty, home-cooked flavors that warm both the heart and soul.

Ingredients
For the Braised Beef Short Ribs:
2 lbs beef short ribs
Salt and black pepper to taste
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 onion, chopped
2 carrots, chopped
2 celery stalks, chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 cup red wine
2 cups beef broth
2 sprigs fresh thyme
2 bay leaves
For the Mashed Potatoes:
4 large Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cubed
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/4 cup heavy cream (or milk)
Salt and black pepper to taste
For the Mac & Cheese:
2 cups elbow macaroni
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cups whole milk
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 teaspoon mustard powder (optional)
Salt and black pepper to taste
For the Smoked Sausage with Peppers & Cabbage:
1 lb smoked sausage, sliced
1 bell pepper, sliced
1/2 head of cabbage, thinly sliced
1 onion, sliced
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
Salt and black pepper to taste
How to Make
Prepare the Braised Beef Short Ribs: