Ingredients
Short Ribs
1 lbs boneless beef short ribs, trimmed
½ tsp sweet paprika
½ tsp Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper (to taste)
1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
6 cloves garlic, crushed and peeled
1 medium carrot, cut into large chunks
1 small onion, peeled and quartered
1 sprig fresh thyme
½ cup dry red wine
1 ½ cups low-sodium beef broth
2 tbsp honey
1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
Crostini
12 1/2-inch thick slices of baguette
¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 oz blue cheese, at room temp
2 oz cream cheese at room temp
1 tbsp chopped fresh chives, plus more for garnish
Freshly ground black pepper to taste