Balsamic Braised Short Ribs SLOW-COOKER [P]

This recipe is directly from Practical Paleo by Diane Sanfilippo

SLOW-COOKER
BALSAMIC BRAISED SHORT RIBS

2 Tblsp Savory Spice Blend [2 T Rosemary, 1/2 T Sea Salt, 1 T Garlic Powder, 1 T Onion Powder, 1/2 T Paprika, 1 tsp Black Pepper]
2-3 lbs of bone-in beef short ribs
1 Tblsp coconut oil
1 15-oz can plain tomato sauce
1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
4 whole dried dates
6 cloves garlic, smashed

• Rub the Spice Blend into the short ribs.
• Melt the coconut oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat, and sear the short ribs 1-2 min per side or until they are slightly browned.
• Place the short ribs, tomato sauce, balsamic vinegar, dates, and garlic in a slow-cooker. Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours or until the meat is tender enough to fall apart with a fork.
• Shred the meat off the bones and serve while warm.

This recipe is directly from Practical Paleo by Diane Sanfilippo