Beef with bay

2 tbs olive oil 6 lbs short ribs 1 tsp salt 3/4 tsp ground black pepper 1 large onion , finely chopped 1 medium carrot , finely chopped 1 celery rib, finely[...]

1/2 c. all-purpose flour 1 1/2 teaspoonsalt 4 lbs. well-trimmed boneless beef chuck , cut in 1 1/4-inch pcs 1/4 c. olive or possibly vegetable oil 1 (35[...]