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Classic Beef Osso Buco

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A hearty and rich Italian dish made with tender beef shanks simmered to perfection, infused with aromatic herbs and citrus zest.

Ingredients

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  • 4 beef shanks (about 2 inches thick)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour (for dusting)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 1 carrot, diced
  • 1 celery stalk, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup dry white wine
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes, drained
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme
  • 1 bay leaf
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).
  2. Season the beef shanks generously with salt and pepper and dust them with flour, shaking off any excess.
  3. Sear the beef shanks for about 3-4 minutes on each side until browned. Remove them from the pot and set aside.
  4. Sauté the onion, carrot, celery, and garlic until softened and fragrant.
  5. Deglaze the pot with the dry white wine, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom. Let the wine reduce for about 3 minutes.
  6. Stir in the beef broth, drained diced tomatoes, thyme, and bay leaf.
  7. Place the shanks back into the pot, making sure they’re submerged in the liquid.
  8. Cover with a lid and transfer the pot to the oven. Cook for about 2 hours or until the meat is tender and falling off the bone.
  9. Before serving, stir in the lemon zest and adjust seasoning as needed.
  10. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley, alongside creamy risotto or crusty bread.

Notes

Searing the meat is crucial for building flavor. Be patient during the simmering process for tender meat.

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