Tender Short Rib Ragu Over Silky Parmesan Mashed Potatoes

Ingredients

• 3 lbs beef short ribs, bone-in
• Salt
• pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 carrots, diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 cup red wine
• 1 can (14 ounces) crushed tomatoes
• 2 cups beef stock
• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves, chopped
• 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, chopped
• 2 bay leaves
• Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
• 2 lbs Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese