Ingredients:

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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   3      pounds        beef short ribs
   2      tablespoons   flour
   1      teaspoon      salt
     1/8  teaspoon      pepper
   2      tablespoons   shortening
   2      medium        onions -- sliced
     1/2  cup           dry red wine
     1/2  cup           chili sauce
   3      tablespoons   brown sugar
   3      tablespoons   vinegar
   1      tablespoon    worcestershire sauce
     1/2  teaspoon      dry mustard
     1/2  teaspoon      chili powder
   2      tablespoons   flour

Preparation:

Coat short ribs in mixture of 2 tablespoons flour with salt and pepper. Melt shortening in large skillet or slow-cooking pot with browning unit; add ribs and brown on all sides. Pour off excess fat. In slow-cooking pt, combine ribs, onions, wine, chili saukce, brown sugar, vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, mistard, and chili powder. Cover and cook on low for 6 to 8 hours. Turn control to high. Thicken with 2 tbs. flour that has been dissolved in a small amount of water. Cook on high about 10 minutes or until slightly thickened. -serving Ideas : Serve over wide noodles.