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Short Rib Zoodle Lasagna

Felesha Bell
A delightful summer zoodle and short rib spin on the popular Italian comfort dish.
Prep Time 40 minutes
Cook Time 7 hours 15 minutes
Total Time 7 hours 55 minutes
Servings 6

Ingredients
  

  • Short Ribs
  • 3 lbs. bone-in Angus Beef Short Ribs top layer of fat removed
  • 2 T. olive oil
  • kosher salt
  • pepper
  • 1 large onions diced
  • 4 garlic cloves smashed
  • 2 fresh rosemary sprigs
  • 2 c. red wine I used Pinot Noir
  • 2 c. beef broth
  • Zoodles
  • 3 large zucchini
  • kosher salt
  • Cheese Sauce Filling
  • 1 and 1/4 c. half and half
  • 1 c. mozzarella
  • 1 and 1/2 c. Pecorino Romano.
  • 1/2 red bell pepper diced
  • 1/2 yellow bell pepper diced
  • 1/2 orange pepper diced
  • 1 c. porcini mushrooms sliced
  • 1/4 c. fresh basil chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 tsp. Italian seasoning
  • salt and pepper
  • Assembly
  • 2 and 1/2 c. Rao Homemade Tomato Basil Marinara Sauce
  • 2 and 1/2 c. shredded mozzarella divided
  • 1 and 1/4 c. freshly shredded pecorino romano divided
  • 1/2 c. parmesan grated
  • olive oil for drizzling

Instructions
 

  • Ribs: In a large stockpot, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
  • Generously season short ribs with kosher salt and pepper on all sides.
  • When the pot is smoking hot, add the short ribs and sear for a few minutes on all sides until brown.
  • Once browned, remove the short ribs and set aside.
  • Add the onions, garlic, and rosemary to the same pot and saute for about 5 minutes or until tender.
  • Increase the heat and add the wine to pick up the bits of flavor on the bottom of the pot. Then add the beef broth and bring to a boil.
  • Transfer the liquid and the ribs to slow cooker set to low and braise for about 6 hours or until almost falling off of the bone.
  • Remove the ribs and the onions from the cooking liquid and allow to cool enough to the touch.
  • Shred the ribs. You should end up with about 1 lb. of shredded meat.
  • Zoodles: Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
  • With the help of a mandoline or a sharp knife, slice the zucchini lengthwise into 24 (1/4 inch) slices. Place on 2 large cookie sheets lined with parchment and sprinkle with a small amount of kosher salt. Roast for about 15 minutes to bring remove most of the moisture from the zucchini slices.
  • Cheese Sauce: In a large saucepan, bring the half and half to a simmer over medium heat, reduce the heat and add 1 cup of mozzarella and 1 and 1/2 cups of Pecorino Romano.
  • Whisk the mixture until smooth and remove from the heat.
  • Add short ribs, peppers, mushrooms, basil, garlic, Italian seasoning and stir until combined. Taste it and then season with salt and pepper only if necessary.
  • Assembly: Turn the oven down to 375 degrees and spray an 8 1/2 by 11 casserole dish with cooking spray.
  • Pour 1/2 c. of marinara into the bottom of the dish and spread evenly.
  • Layer 6 zoodles on top of the marinara, 1/4 (about 1 cup) of the meat mixture, 1/2 c. of mozzarella and about 1/4 c. of freshly grated pecorino romano.
  • Repeat 4 times ending with marinara.
  • Top with 1/2 cup of mozzarella, 1/2 c. of parmesan and a drizzle of olive oil. Cover with foil sprayed with cooking oil.
  • Bake for 25 minutes and then uncovered for 10 minutes. Say Grace and enjoy!!
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