3 slow braised stew Recipes

boned , fat-trimmed beef short ribs or chuck, orange (2 1/2 in. wide), rinsed, onion (about 8 oz.), peeled and finely chopped, fat-skimmed beef or chicken broth, dry red wine, port or cream sherry, balsamic vinegar, soy sauce, dried thyme or 2 tsp fresh thyme leaves, very thin slices (quarter size) peeled fresh ginger, chinese five spice, mushrooms (1- to 1 1/2-in.-wide caps ), butter or olive oil, cornstarch, salt and pepper, chopped fresh chives or green onions

chuck roast (or other cut suitable for slow braising), pork shoulder (or other cut suitable for slow braising), carrots, peeled and diced, allspice, bay leaves, onions, oil, beef stock, salt, pepper, mashed potatoes (prepared during the last 30 minutes of roasting time)