Wash the tomatoes and garlic bulbs and cut them in half crosswise. Heat the oil in a pan. Place the tomatoes and garlic in the pan with the cut surface facing down. Stew covered at low heat for 30-40 minutes
Wash the ribs, dab dry and place on a baking tray. Season with salt and pepper. Roast in the preheated oven (electric cooker: 200 °C/circulating air: 175 °C/gas: level 3) for 20-30 minutes. Mix whisky and sugar. Spread the ribs on both sides. Grill briefly
Wash the thyme, rosemary and parsley and chop coarsely. After about 15 minutes, carefully turn the tomatoes. Season with salt, pepper, chopped herbs and bay leaves. Continue braising. Serve with the ribs and garnish. Goes well with baguette