caramelized onion braised short ribs

Name: caramelized onion braised short ribs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: European
Ingredients: 2 tbsp olive oil; 4-5 lbs beef short ribs; salt and pepper; 3-4 yellow onions; 2-3 red apples; 2 cups beef broth; 4 cloves garlic; fresh thyme; pomegranate seeds (optional, for topping); 6-8 russet potatoes; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 cup heavy cream; 1 cup parmesan; 1/4 cup butter