VEAL SHANKS A LA GRECQUE

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Provided by Craig Claiborne And Pierre Franey

Categories     dinner, pastas, main course

Time 1h35m

Yield Four servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

4 pieces shank of veal, cut crosswise into 2-inch pieces with bone in, about 3 1/2 pounds
Flour for dredging
Salt to taste, if desired
Freshly ground pepper to taste
1/4 cup olive oil
1 cup finely chopped onions
1 cup finely chopped celery
1 teaspoon finely minced garlic
1/2 cup dry white wine
1 cup chopped imported canned tomatoes
2 1/4 cups fresh or canned chicken broth
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh dill
1 bay leaf
1/4 cup orzo (dried rice-shaped pasta, available in many supermarkets and grocery stores)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
  • Dredge the pieces of shank in flour seasoned with salt and pepper.
  • Heat the oil in a heavy skillet large enough to hold the pieces in one layer and cook the pieces, turning often, until they are thoroughly browned all over.
  • Pour off the fat from the skillet. Scatter the onions, celery and garlic around the meat, and cook, stirring, until the vegetables are wilted.
  • Add the wine, and stir to dissolve the brown particles that cling to the bottom and sides of the skillet. Add the tomatoes, one half cup of the broth, dill and bay leaf. Cover closely and place in the oven. Bake one hour.
  • Uncover and add the remaining one and three-quarter cups broth. Add the orzo and stir. Cover closely and cook 15 minutes longer.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 513, UnsaturatedFat 18 grams, Carbohydrate 18 grams, Fat 28 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 42 grams, SaturatedFat 8 grams, Sodium 1210 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams

Zachary Smith
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This recipe was easy to follow and the veal shanks turned out great. I will definitely be making this again.


Shiva Shrestha
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. The veal shanks are always tender and juicy, and the sauce is rich and flavorful. It's a great meal for a crowd.


Hynxzi_YT_ Officials
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This is a great recipe for a special occasion. The veal shanks are impressive and the sauce is delicious. I highly recommend it.


Asim Sohail
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I'm not a huge fan of veal, but this recipe changed my mind. The shanks were so tender and the sauce was flavorful. I'll definitely be making this again.


Bilal Baba
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Delicious! The veal shanks were cooked to perfection and the sauce was amazing.


Robert Groot
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This recipe is a keeper. The veal shanks were fall-apart tender and the sauce was rich and flavorful. I served it over rice and it was a perfect meal.


Jagat Thagunna
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I followed the recipe exactly and the veal shanks turned out great. The sauce was a bit too thick for my taste, but that's an easy fix.


Sseki Ronald
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This is my new favorite veal shank recipe. The meat was so tender and juicy, and the sauce was amazing. I will definitely be making this again.


MD Sakin Sakin
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I made this dish for a dinner party and it was a huge success. The veal shanks were cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious. My guests raved about it.


Christian Arnold
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This recipe was a hit with my family! The veal shanks were fall-off-the-bone tender and the sauce was rich and flavorful. I served it over mashed potatoes and it was a perfect comfort food meal.