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Lamb Shanks  with Rustic Root Vegetables

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Lamb Shanks in Red Wine with Rustic Root Vegetables is a rich and hearty braised dish featuring tender lamb shanks cooked low and slow in a red wine sauce with earthy root vegetables—perfect for cozy dinners or special occasions.

Ingredients

  1. 4 lamb shanks
  2. 2 carrots, chopped
  3. 2 parsnips, chopped
  4. 1 turnip or rutabaga, chopped
  5. 2 celery stalks, chopped
  6. 1 large onion, chopped
  7. 4 cloves garlic, whole or minced
  8. 2 tbsp tomato paste
  9. 2 cups dry red wine (e.g., Cabernet Sauvignon or Merlot)
  10. 2 cups beef or lamb stock
  11. 2 sprigs fresh rosemary
  12. 4 sprigs fresh thyme
  13. 2 bay leaves
  14. 2 tbsp olive oil
  15. Salt and black pepper, to taste
  16. Optional: mashed potatoes or crusty bread for serving

Instructions

Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C).

  1. Season lamb shanks with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven and sear shanks on all sides until browned. Remove and set aside.
  2. Add chopped onion, celery, and garlic to the pot. Sauté for 5 minutes until softened.
  3. Stir in tomato paste and cook for 1–2 minutes to deepen flavor.
  4. Pour in red wine, scraping the bottom of the pot. Let it simmer to reduce slightly.
  5. Add stock, rosemary, thyme, and bay leaves. Return lamb shanks to the pot, submerging them as much as possible.
  6. Cover and transfer to the oven. Braise for 2.5 to 3 hours, until lamb is tender and falling off the bone.
  7. In the last hour of cooking, add chopped carrots, parsnips, and turnips. Stir and return to oven.
  8. Once done, remove bay leaves and herb stems. Adjust seasoning if needed. Serve hot with mashed potatoes or crusty bread.

Notes

  1. Use bone-in lamb shanks for the best flavor and texture.
  2. Substitute root vegetables as needed—try sweet potatoes, Yukon golds, or celeriac.
  3. The dish improves in flavor after resting—make ahead and reheat if desired.
  4. To thicken the sauce, simmer uncovered or add a cornstarch slurry.
  5. Pairs well with red wine and crusty artisan bread.

Nutrition

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