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Veal Shanks with Tomato and Herb Sauce

A hearty Italian dish of veal shanks cooked in a rich tomato and herb sauce with vegetables.

150 minutes4 servings
Veal Shanks with Tomato and Herb Sauce
Photo: Daderot · CC0

Ingredients

Method

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Season veal shanks with salt and pepper. Dredge in flour.
  3. In a large oven-safe skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Brown the veal shanks on all sides.
  4. Add onion, carrots, celery, and garlic to the skillet. Cook until softened.
  5. Stir in red wine, beef broth, tomato sauce, basil, and rosemary. Bring to a simmer.
  6. Cover and transfer to the oven. Bake for 1 1/2 to 2 hours until the meat is tender.
  7. Serve with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese.
  8. For whole cuts, check a minimum internal temperature of 63°C (145°F), then rest for at least 3 minutes before serving.

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