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Beef Osso Bucco

Savory Beef Osso Bucco for Cozy Dinner Nights

Beef Osso Bucco is a flavorful, slow-cooked dish featuring tender beef shanks and aromatic vegetables, perfect for warm family dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 45 minutes
Course Main dishes
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4 servings
Calories 360 kcal

Equipment

  • Large pot

Ingredients
  

For the Base

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil essential for browning and adding richness
  • 4 pieces beef shanks chosen for their marrow and flavor

For the Veggie Medley

  • 1 cup carrots, diced adds a touch of sweetness and color
  • 2 cups onion, chopped builds the flavorful foundation
  • 1 cup celery, diced brings aromatic depth
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced enhances the savory essence

For the Liquid Gold

  • 1 cup broth gives moisture and enhances richness
  • 1 cup white wine increases complexity with acidity

Seasoning

  • 1 teaspoon salt amplifies all the flavors
  • 1 teaspoon pepper adds warmth and depth

Instructions
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Beef Osso Bucco

  • Preheat a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil, and let it heat until shimmering.
  • Season beef shanks with salt and pepper, then sear them in the hot oil for 4-5 minutes on each side.
  • Remove shanks and add diced carrots, chopped onion, diced celery, and minced garlic to the pot. Sauté for 5-7 minutes.
  • Return beef shanks to the pot, add broth and white wine, ensuring shanks are well situated.
  • Bring to a gentle simmer, reduce heat to low, cover, and let it cook for 2.5 to 3 hours.
  • Check for tenderness, remove shanks and vegetables, and serve hot.

Notes

Choose quality meat and don’t rush the browning for maximizing flavor. A good white wine enhances the dish greatly.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 360kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 40gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 4mg
Keyword Beef Osso Bucco, Comfort Food, cozy dinner, dinner recipe, hearty dish, slow-cooked
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