Short Ribs I

Description
Recipe may be halved or doubled. For 8 servings, use 1½ cups hot water.

Ingredients

 * 3 pounds beef short ribs (approximately)
 * ⅓ cup flour
 * 1 teaspoon salt
 * ¾ teaspoon black pepper
 * 2 tablespoons vegetable shortening
 * 1 cup onions, sliced
 * 1 clove garlic, minced/pressed
 * 1 cup hot water
 * 1 bay leaf
 * 2 tablespoons brown sugar, packed
 * ¼ cup vinegar
 * 2 tablespoons soy sauce
 * 1 green pepper, cut into rings
 * flour, for gravy

Directions

 * 1) Wipe meat with a damp cloth. Trim off excess fat.
 * 2) Combine flour, salt and black pepper.
 * 3) Dredge meat in mixture to coat completely.
 * 4) Heat shortening in large skillet.
 * 5) Brown ribs on all sides. Remove to a casserole with cover.
 * 6) Sauté onions and garlic in skillet until golden.
 * 7) Spoon over ribs.
 * 8) Combine water, bay leaf, brown sugar, vinegar and soy sauce. Pour over ribs.
 * 9) Cover. Bake at 350°F for 1¾ hours.
 * 10) Add green pepper rings.
 * 11) Cook 15 to 20 minutes longer or until meat is tender.
 * 12) Remove cooked ribs and vegetables to a serving platter.
 * 13) Skim fat off drippings. Thicken with a little flour if desired.
 * 14) Spoon drippings over meat and vegetables.