Braised Beef Short Ribs

In a bowl combine the 1/2 cup flour salt and ground black pepper. Roll the ribs in the seasoned flour.

In a large pot or Dutch oven heat the oil and brown the ribs well on all sides. Pour in 1 cup boiling water tomatoes and garlic. Reduce heat to low cover and simmer for 1 1/2 hours adding more water if necessary.

Place the potatoes onions and carrots in the pot. Continue to simmer for another 30 minutes to 1 hour or until all vegetables are tender. Remove the meat and vegetables to a serving platter.

In a separate small bowl dissolve 1 1/2 tablespoons flour and 2 tablespoons water for every one cup liquid remaining in the pot. Add this to the pot and stir well until thickened. Pour over meat and vegetables.