Braised Beef Stew

INGREDIENTS

• 1 1/2 lb. boneless beef short ribs, each 2 to 3 inches long
• Salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste
• 1 Tbs. extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 yellow onion, diced
• 2 carrots, peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks
• 1 parsnip, peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks
• 2 large garlic cloves
• 6 oz. small white or cremini mushrooms, trimmed and halved
• 1 cup dry red wine
• 1 cup fresh or canned diced tomatoes with juices
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 tsp. chopped fresh thyme