James Beard Style Recipes

Red Wine Braised Short Ribs with Truffled Parmesan Polenta and Gremolata

If I only had one shot to impress, this is the dish. It balances the deep, primal umami of slow-braised beef with the luxurious creaminess of stone-ground polenta. The richness is cut by a vibrant, citrusy gremolata, creating a perfect symphony of textures and flavors. This is slow-food at its finest—meat falling off the bone, glazed in a reduction of its own braising liquid.