Braised Short Ribs - Crock Pot

I found this recipe online and thought I'd put it on Zaar for safe keeping. I haven't tried this yet but it sounds YUMMY.

• Ready In: 8 hrs 15 mins
• Serves: 6

Ingredients

• 3  lbs  lean  beef short ribs (up to 4 lbs)
• 1⁄2 cup flour
• 1 1⁄2 teaspoons paprika
• 1  teaspoon salt
• 1⁄2 teaspoon dry mustard
• 2  medium onions, sliced (separated into rings)
• 3  garlic cloves (chopped)
• 1  cup beer or 1  cup beef broth or 1  cup water
• 2  tablespoons flour (optional)
• 3  tablespoons water (optional)

Directions

1. Place short ribs on broiler rack or in skillet and brown to remove fat; drain well. Combine 1/2 cup flour with the paprika, salt and dry mustard; toss with short ribs.
2. Place remaining ingredients except 2 tablespoons flour and the water in slow cooker; stir to mix beef ribs with onions rings (be sure onions are under beef ribs -- not on top).
3. Cover and cook on Low for 8 to 12 hours or on High for 4 to 6 hours.
4. Remove short ribs to warm serving platter. If thickened gravy is desired, make a smooth paste of flour and water. Turn slow cooker to High and stir in paste. Cover and cook until gravy is thickened.