These tender, delicious short ribs just can't be beaten for a hearty, satisfying, and impressive meal. In this recipe, the beef short ribs are seared and then braised with a variety of vegetables. Serve them with the wonderful, rich gravy and mashed potatoes. The number of servings depends on how meaty the short ribs are. Generally, count on about 1 pound per person. If short and very meaty, 1/2 to 3/4 pound per person should be sufficient.