Tuscan Short Ribs with Farro Pilaf - Canadian Food Focus

Ingredients

• 3 1/2 lb thick-cut beef simmering short ribs ((about 8 ribs))
• salt and freshly ground black pepper
• 2 Tbsp canola oil
• 2 carrots, (scrubbed and finely chopped)
• 2 ribs celery, (chopped)
• 1 onion, (finely chopped)
• 1 Tbsp chopped fresh rosemary
• 1/2 tsp fennel seeds, (crushed (optional))
• 4 cloves garlic, (minced)
• 1/2 cup dry red wine
• 1 cup canned no salt added crushed tomatoes
• 2 cups no salt added beef broth
• 2 bay leaves
• 2 tsp red wine vinegar
• 1/4 cup chopped parsley
• 8 oz sliced mushrooms
• 1 small onion, (finely chopped)
• 1 Tbsp chopped fresh thyme
• 2 cloves garlic, (minced)
• 1 1/2 cups farro
• salt and fresh ground black pepper
• 2 cups no salt added chicken broth
• 4 cups baby spinach
• 1 cup peas
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese