Braised Short Ribs with Red Wine and Roasted Garlic

whole heads of garlic, cut in half

large meaty short ribs

hearty red wine

beef or chicken broth

of a cup of tomato puree, finely diced tomatoes, marinara or a couple of tablespoons of tomato paste

cremini mushrooms, 12 oz. package, cut in half

small pack of pearl onions, blanched and peeled

(optional, for a little spicy heat, a teaspoon of harissa or Calabrian chili paste, I used harrisa, but again not needed just optional)

fresh thyme

olive oil, salt and pepper

fresh parsley for garnish or chopped scallions