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Braised Lamb Shanks with Root Vegetables Recipe

Braised Lamb Shanks with Root Vegetables Recipe
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Tender braised lamb shanks with root vegetables, cooked to perfection in a flavorful red wine and broth sauce. This hearty and comforting dish is a perfect main course for a special dinner.

Ingredients

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Lamb Shanks:

  • 4 lamb shanks, trimmed
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Vegetables:

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 2 carrots, peeled and chopped
  • 2 parsnips, peeled and chopped
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste

Broth and Seasonings:

  • 1 cup red wine
  • 3 cups beef or chicken broth
  • 2 sprigs fresh rosemary
  • 2 sprigs fresh thyme
  • 2 bay leaves

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C).
  2. Sear the Lamb: Pat the lamb shanks dry and season with salt and pepper. Sear in a Dutch oven until browned. Set aside.
  3. Sauté Vegetables: Cook onion, carrots, parsnips, and celery until softened. Add garlic and tomato paste.
  4. Deglaze and Braise: Deglaze with red wine, then return lamb to the pot with broth, herbs, and bay leaves. Braise in the oven for 2 1/2 to 3 hours.
  5. Finish and Serve: Discard herbs, skim fat, and serve hot with vegetables and sauce.

Notes

  • Serve with mashed potatoes, polenta, or bread.
  • For a thicker sauce, simmer uncovered after braising.

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