Beef Heart Braised in Wine

Ingredients

• 1 lb of Beef Heart
• 2 tablespoons of Olive Oil
• 1 Onion (chopped)
• 2 cloves of Garlic (minced)
• 1 cup of dry Red Wine
• 2 cups of Beef Stock
• 1 teaspoon of Dried Oregano
• 1 teaspoon of Dried Thyme
• 2 Bay Leaves
• Salt and Pepper to taste

Directions

1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2. Add the beef heart and onion and cook until the heart is lightly browned and the onion is softened, about 5 minutes.
3. Add the garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
4. Add the wine and simmer until the liquid is reduced by half, about 10 minutes.
5. Add the beef stock, oregano, thyme, bay leaves, salt, and pepper.
6. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 30 minutes.
7. Remove the bay leaves before serving.

Interesting Facts

• Beef heart is high in protein and low in fat.
• It is an excellent source of iron, zinc, and vitamin B12.
• Beef heart has a meaty texture and a mild flavor.
• Braising is a cooking method that involves simmering food in a liquid.