Ossobuco alla Milanese

veal shanks

🥗Healthier: chicken thighs

💰Cheaper: pork shanks

Chicken is leaner, while pork is more affordable.

white wine

🥗Healthier: non-alcoholic wine

💰Cheaper: vegetable broth

Non-alcoholic wine maintains flavor without alcohol.

beef broth

🥗Healthier: homemade vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water + bouillon cubes

Homemade broth is healthier and more economical.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is heart-healthy, while margarine is often less expensive.

Heat olive oil and butter in a large Dutch oven over medium heat until shimmering.

Season veal shanks with salt and black pepper.

Sear veal shanks in the pot until browned on all sides, about 8-10 minutes.

Remove shanks and set aside; add onions, carrots, and celery to the pot.

Sauté vegetables until softened, about 5 minutes.

Stir in garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Add white wine and scrape up browned bits from the bottom of the pot, cooking until reduced by half, about 3-4 minutes.

Return veal shanks to the pot and add beef broth and tomatoes.

Add bay leaves and thyme, then bring to a simmer.

Cover the pot and transfer to a preheated oven at 325°F (160°C).

Braise for 2-3 hours, until the meat is tender and falling off the bone.

Remove from oven and let rest for 10 minutes before serving.

Garnish with lemon zest and parsley before serving.

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