Hearty and flavorful Osso Bucco Style Beef Shank

This Osso Bucco Style Beef Shank recipe is a delicious and comforting dish that is perfect for a cozy night in. The beef shank is braised until tender in a flavorful tomato-based sauce with vegetables and herbs, creating a dish that is both hearty and satisfying. Serve this dish with a side of creamy polenta or mashed potatoes for a complete meal.

Ingredients

• 4 beef shanks, 2 inches thick
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1/2 cup flour
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 2 carrots, peeled and diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 4 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 cup red wine
• 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
• 2 cups beef broth
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 sprig of rosemary
• 1 sprig of thyme
• Gremolata (optional): 1/4 cup chopped parsley, 1 tbsp lemon zest, 1 clove of garlic, minced

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. Season beef shanks with salt and pepper, then dredge in flour.
3. In a large Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
4. Brown beef shanks on all sides, about 3 minutes per side. Remove from pot and set aside.
5. Add onion, carrots, celery, and garlic to the pot. Cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
6. Deglaze the pot with red wine, scraping up any brown bits from the bottom.
7. Stir in diced tomatoes, beef broth, bay leaves, rosemary, and thyme.
8. Return beef shanks to the pot and bring to a simmer.
9. Cover and transfer to the oven. Braise for 2 hours, or until beef is tender.
10. In a small bowl, mix together gremolata ingredients. Sprinkle over beef shanks before serving.
11. Serve Osso Bucco Style Beef Shank with creamy polenta or mashed potatoes.

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