Crockpot Sweet and Sour Pomegranate Short Ribs with Creamy Mascarpone Polenta
INGREDIENTS
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3 pounds beef short ribs (or more if the ribs do not look meaty)
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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good pinch of salt and pepper
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1 large onion, sliced very thin
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4 cloves garlic, minced or grated
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4 carrots, chopped (peel if desired)
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1/4 cup + 2 tablespoons brown sugar, divided
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1 1/2 cups pomegranate juice
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1/3 cup soy sauce
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1 tablespoon fresh thyme
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1 tablespoon fresh rosemary
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1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
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1/4 cup fresh parsley
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the arils from one pomegranate (here is how to [deseed a pomegranate | http://www.halfbakedharvest.com/deseed-pomegranate-pictures/]), plus more for garnish
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2 cups chicken broth
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2 cups milk
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1 cup polenta (I used Bob's Red Mill)
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4 ounces mascarpone cheese
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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1/4 teaspoon pepper
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2-4 tablespoons butter (your preference)
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