Mr. Food’S Osso Buco 12/5/95

This comforting Italian classic transforms tough veal shanks into fork-tender morsels through slow braising. The meat cooks in a savory blend of condensed onion soup, dry white wine, and fresh lemon juice, creating a deeply flavorful sauce. Diced carrots and whole potatoes simmer alongside, absorbing the rich juices. Perfect for a cozy weekend dinner or special family gathering, this dish delivers authentic restaurant-quality results with simple ingredients. The combination of tender meat, hearty vegetables, and aromatic sauce makes every bite satisfying. Serve over polenta or crusty bread to soak up the delicious gravy. Its an elegant yet approachable meal that brings warmth to any table.

Cooking Method: Stewing

Cuisine: Italian

Courses: Main Courses

Difficulty: Intermediate

Servings: 4

Calories: 1077.1

Description

This comforting Italian classic transforms tough veal shanks into fork-tender morsels through slow braising. The meat cooks in a savory blend of condensed onion soup, dry white wine, and fresh lemon juice, creating a deeply flavorful sauce. Diced carrots and whole potatoes simmer alongside, absorbing the rich juices. Perfect for a cozy weekend dinner or special family gathering, this dish delivers authentic restaurant-quality results with simple ingredients. The combination of tender meat, hearty vegetables, and aromatic sauce makes every bite satisfying. Serve over polenta or crusty bread to soak up the delicious gravy. Its an elegant yet approachable meal that brings warmth to any table.

Ingredients

1/4 cup All-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon Black pepper
3 tablespoon Vegetable oil
3 pound Veal shank-cut crosswise 2"
1 can Onion soup, condensed
1 Medium-sized tomato --
1 cup Dry white wine
1/2 cup Water
2 tablespoon Lemon juice
1 tablespoon Fresh parsley -- chopped
1/2 teaspoon Garlic powder
3 tablespoon Cornstarch
2 Cans potatoes -- (whole); drained
1 can (14.5oz) Carrots -- diced/drained

Directions

1
In a shallow dish, combine the flour and black pepper.
2
Coat the veal shanks thoroughly with the flour mixture.
3
In a large soup pot or Dutch oven, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
4
Brown the coated shanks on all sides, about 5 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
5
In the same pot, add the onion soup mix, chopped tomato, white wine, 1/2 cup water, lemon juice, parsley, and garlic powder. Stir to combine.
6
Return the veal shanks to the pot, ensuring they are submerged in the liquid.
7
Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer for 2 hours, or until the meat is tender. Stir occasionally.
8
In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of water to create a slurry.
9
Stir the cornstarch slurry into the pot and cook for a few minutes until the sauce thickens.
10
Add the drained potatoes and diced carrots to the pot.
11
Simmer uncovered for 10-15 minutes more, until the vegetables are heated through and tender.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 1077.1kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 46.8g72%
Saturated Fat 12.2g61%
Cholesterol 275.8mg92%
Sodium 1435.3mg60%
Total Carbohydrate 58.6g20%
Dietary Fiber 3.5g15%
Sugars 20.1g
Protein 96.5g193%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

If you cannot find veal shanks, beef short ribs or pork shanks can be substituted, though cooking times may vary slightly.

For a richer flavor, use chicken or beef broth instead of water when deglazing the pan.

Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop.

This dish is excellent served over polenta, mashed potatoes, or with crusty Italian bread to soak up the sauce.

If the sauce becomes too thick during reheating, add a splash of water or broth to adjust consistency.

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