[JRandomFreeper]

Mirepoix: 2 parts onion, 1 part carrot(peeled), 1 part celery.

For a standing rib, I use them raw, cut in a 1/2" dice. The mirepoix keeps the roast off of the bottom of the pan. I never used wine. It's a roast, not a braise. It will make it's own jus.

/johnny

[greeneyes]

Thanx.