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Classic Beef Osso Buco

Classic Beef Osso Buco: A Cozy Italian Comfort Classic

Classic Beef Osso Buco is a heartwarming Italian dish featuring tender beef shanks braised to perfection.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Braise
  • 4 pieces Beef Shanks substitute with short ribs if shanks aren’t available
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil vegetable oil works in a pinch
  • 1 medium Onion yellow onion preferred
  • 1 medium Carrot parsnips can be an alternative
  • 2 stalks Celery or use fennel
  • 4 cloves Garlic fresh is recommended
  • 1 cup Dry White Wine chicken broth is a non-alcoholic substitute
  • 4 cups Beef Broth low-sodium is healthier
  • 1 can Diced Tomatoes or swap with tomato puree
  • 2 sprigs Fresh Thyme dried thyme can be used
  • 2 leaves Bay Leaf
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest orange zest is an alternative
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley optional for garnish

Equipment

  • Dutch oven

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).
  2. Season the beef shanks with salt and pepper, and dust them with flour.
  3. In a Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear the beef shanks for 3-4 minutes on each side.
  4. Sauté the onion, carrot, celery, and garlic for 5-7 minutes until softened.
  5. Deglaze with dry white wine, scraping any bits from the bottom.
  6. Add beef broth, diced tomatoes, thyme, and bay leaf; bring to a light boil.
  7. Nestle the beef shanks back into the pot.
  8. Cover and braise in the oven for about 2 hours until tender.
  9. Remove from the oven, stir in lemon zest, and adjust seasoning.
  10. Serve over creamy risotto or alongside crusty bread garnished with parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 45gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 1000mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 4mg

Notes

For a thicker sauce, allow to simmer uncovered after removing the meat. Consider using a slow cooker for convenience.

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