RIGATONI WITH BRAISED LAMB RAGù

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Categories     Lamb     Mushroom     Onion     Pasta     Tomato     Braise     Lamb Shank     White Wine     Winter     Bon Appétit

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoons olive oil
6 lamb shanks (each about 3/4 pound)
2 cups chopped onions
1 pound small button mushrooms, halved
4 garlic cloves, chopped
1/3 cup chopped fresh basil
1 teaspoon chopped fresh rosemary
1/2 teaspoon dried crushed red pepper
1/2cup dry white wine
3 cups beef stock or canned beef broth
1 1/2 cups canned crushed tomatoes in purée
1 1/4 pounds rigatoni pasta
Freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325°F. Heat oil in heavy large ovenproof pot over high heat. Sprinkle lamb shanks with salt and pepper. Add to pot and brown on all sides, about 12 minutes. Transfer lamb shanks to platter. Add onions, mushrooms, garlic, basil, rosemary and crushed red pepper to pot and sauté until vegetables are tender, about 8 minutes. Return lamb to pot. Add wine and boil until liquid has evaporated, about 6 minutes. Add 3 cups beef stock and tomatoes to pot; return to boil.
  • Cover pot, transfer to oven and bake until lamb is tender, about 1 1/2 hours. Using tongs, transfer lamb to large bowl. Cool 10 minutes. Cut meat off bones into generous 1/2-inch pieces (discard bones). Return meat to sauce. Season to taste with salt and pepper. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Refrigerate uncovered until cold; cover and keep refrigerated. Rewarm over medium-low heat before continuing.)
  • Meanwhile, cook pasta in large pot of boiling salted water until tender but still firm to bite. Drain well. Transfer pasta to large serving bowl. Spoon sauce over pasta. Serve, passing Parmesan cheese separately.

Waqas Shaukat
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This was an excellent recipe! The lamb was so tender and flavorful, and the sauce was rich and decadent. I will definitely be making this again.


Michelle McMillian
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I've made this recipe several times, and it's always a hit. The lamb is always tender and juicy, and the sauce is rich and flavorful. I highly recommend this recipe!


Rogelio Flores
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This dish was absolutely delicious! The lamb was cooked to perfection, and the sauce was rich and flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy-to-make meal.


Rukia Nkunya
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I made this recipe last night, and it was a hit with my family! The lamb was so tender and flavorful, and the sauce was rich and decadent. I will definitely be making this again.


Anusha Farooq
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This is what comfort food should be - hearty, easy to make, and packed with flavor. The mascarpone adds a creaminess that is unlike anything I have ever had, and the toasted breadcrumbs on top add a welcome note of Italian decadence. I can't wait to