3 root vegetable chips roasted Recipes

bone-in beef short ribs *, 3/4 to 1 lb. each, onion, coarsely chopped, garlic cloves, smashed, fresh thyme sprigs, rosemary sprigs (7 to 8 in . each), dried bay leaves, kosher salt, fresh fig leaves, stems trimmed, rinsed; or use 4 (12- by 12-in.) pieces thawed frozen banana leaves, cabernet sauvignon, balsamic vinegar, dried mission figs, stems trimmed, mole sauce* (preferably oaxacan-style mole negro ); or use 1/4 cup mole paste mixed with 3/4 cup beef broth, molasses, beef broth, sweet-potato chips or other root-vegetable chips (optional), cacao nibs, salted roasted pumpkin seeds (pepitas), salt

head of garlic, with firm , plump cloves, extra virgin olive oil, salt & freshly ground black pepper, ricotta cheese, freshly grated parmigiano-reggiano cheese, sour cream, assorted root vegetables , such as carrots, parsnips, beets, lotus roots, and taro, vegetable shortening or oil, for deep-frying