Braised Short Ribs

Ingredients

• 8 flanken-style beef short ribs, cut 1 inch thick (5 pounds)
• Salt and freshly ground pepper
• 1/2 tablespoon each of chopped parsley, oregano and rosemary
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1/2 pound sliced bacon, chopped
• 1 large onion, finely chopped
• 1 carrot, finely chopped
• 1 celery rib, finely chopped
• 1 1/2 cups Syrah or other dry red wine
• 1 cup beef broth