Ingredients
1-1/2 pounds bone-in beef short ribs1/2 teaspoon salt, divided1/4 teaspoon pepper1 tablespoon all-purpose flour1 tablespoon brown sugar1/8 teaspoon ground mustardDash ground cloves3/4 cup water2 teaspoons cider vinegar1/2 cup fresh or frozen cranberries1-1/2 to 2 teaspoons grated lemon zest1/2 teaspoon browning sauce, optional
Preparation
Preheat oven to 350°. Place ribs in a greased 8-in. square baking dish; sprinkle with 1/4 teaspoon salt and pepper. Bake, covered, until tender, 1-1/4 to 1-1/2 hours.
In a small saucepan, combine flour, brown sugar, mustard, cloves and remaining salt; gradually whisk in water and vinegar until smooth. Stir in cranberries, lemon zest and, if desired, browning sauce; bring to a boil. Cook and stir until thickened, about 2 minutes.
Drain ribs. Pour cranberry mixture over ribs. Bake, uncovered, 15 minutes longer.
