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Melt-in-Your-Mouth Slowly Braised Beef Osso Buco Delight

Melt-in-Your-Mouth Slowly Braised Beef Osso Buco Delight

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Discover the delightful Melt-in-Your-Mouth Slowly Braised Beef Osso Buco Delight, a dish that transforms humble beef shanks into a luxurious meal. Slow-cooked to perfection, this hearty recipe features tender beef enveloped in a rich, savory sauce made with aromatic vegetables and fresh herbs. Ideal for family gatherings or special occasions, this comforting dish is not only flavorful but also incredibly easy to prepare, making it perfect for cooks of all skill levels. Serve it alongside creamy polenta or garlic mashed potatoes to soak up the delicious sauce, and watch as your dinner guests savor every bite.

  • Total Time: 3 hours 20 minutes
  • Yield: Serves about 6 people 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds Bone-in Beef Shanks
  • 4 cups Beef Stock
  • 2 medium Carrots
  • 2 stalks Celery
  • 1 large Onion
  • 4 cloves Garlic
  • 3 stems Fresh Herbs (Rosemary, Thyme, Bay Leaves)
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste
  • 1 cup Tomato Passata
  • 1 cup Red Apple Vinegar

Instructions

  1. Prepare your ingredients by chopping carrots, celery, onion, and garlic. Tie fresh herbs together.
  2. In a Dutch oven over medium-high heat, add oil and sear beef shanks on both sides until browned. Remove from pot.
  3. Sauté onion until caramelized; add garlic and cook until fragrant. Stir in carrots and celery until just tender.
  4. Mix in tomato paste and passata; deglaze with red apple vinegar.
  5. Return beef shanks to the pot, cover with beef stock, add herbs, and bring to simmer.
  6. Cover and reduce heat; braise gently for about 180 minutes or until beef is fork-tender.
  • Author: Sarah DuRoss
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 180 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Braising
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 400g)
  • Calories: 520
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 720mg
  • Fat: 28g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 35g
  • Cholesterol: 105mg