WINTERFEST SLOW COOKER BEEF SHANKS

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A terrific way to use that 'odd' cut of beef. Traditionally in my family these were the ingredients to make a hearty beef soup for a cold winter day. Over the years it has been adapted to a full course meal but still served on those cold winter days.

Provided by Cheerrios

Categories     Meat

Time 6h15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

8 carrots, cut in quarters
4 onions, cut in quarters
2 turnips, peeled and diced
1 rutabaga, peeled and diced
6 potatoes, cut lengthwise
2 bay leaves
1/2 teaspoon thyme
1/2 teaspoon fresh coarse ground black pepper
4 slices beef shank, 1-inch thick
2 -3 tablespoons flour
1 cup beef broth
2 tablespoons cornstarch
salt

Steps:

  • In 5 qt or larger slow cooker, combine carrots, onions, turnips/rutabaga, potatoes, bay leaf, pepper and thyme.
  • Coat beef shanks with flour, place on top of veggies in a single layer.
  • Pour in broth.
  • Cover and cook at low setting until beef is so tender it pulls away from bones 6 to 8 hours.
  • Carefully lift beef and veggies to warm deep platter and keep warm.
  • Skim and discard fat from cooking liquid, then blend in cornstarch mixture. (Cornstarch and water).
  • Increase heat setting to high; cover and cook, stirring 2-3 times, until sauce is thickened (10-12 min).
  • Season to taste with salt.
  • Spoon a little of the sauce over beef and veggies.
  • Serve remaining sauce in a bowl to add to taste.
  • Makes 4 servings.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 392.9, Fat 1, SaturatedFat 0.2, Cholesterol 0.2, Sodium 291.3, Carbohydrate 89.4, Fiber 13.3, Sugar 15.1, Protein 10.1

Kevin Taylor
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I made this recipe for a party and it was a huge hit. The beef shanks were so tender and the sauce was so flavorful. I will definitely be making this recipe again.


Asif Ranjha
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This recipe is a little time-consuming, but it's worth it. The beef shanks are fall-apart tender and the sauce is rich and flavorful. I served it over mashed potatoes and it was a delicious meal.


Ingabire Mariam
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I'm not a big fan of beef shanks, but I tried this recipe and I was pleasantly surprised. The beef shanks were very tender and the sauce was very flavorful. I would definitely make this recipe again.


Sadia Nosheen
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This was my first time making beef shanks and I'm so glad I tried this recipe. It was easy to follow and the results were amazing. The beef shanks were so tender and flavorful. I will definitely be making this recipe again.


Sk Siam
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I love this recipe! The beef shanks are always so tender and the sauce is to die for. I like to serve it over egg noodles or rice.


Alishba Atif
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This recipe is a great way to warm up on a cold winter day. The beef shanks are so tender and the sauce is so flavorful. I served it over mashed potatoes and it was a delicious meal.


Allan Lake
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I made this recipe for a party and it was a huge hit. The beef shanks were so tender and the sauce was so flavorful. I will definitely be making this recipe again.


Mohamed Fariss
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This recipe is a little time-consuming, but it's worth it. The beef shanks are fall-apart tender and the sauce is rich and flavorful. I served it over mashed potatoes and it was a delicious meal.


Cynthia Lynn
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I'm not a big fan of beef shanks, but I tried this recipe and I was pleasantly surprised. The beef shanks were very tender and the sauce was very flavorful. I would definitely make this recipe again.


Faiz Elahi
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover beef shanks. I usually make a big batch of beef stew and then use the leftovers to make this dish. It's always a hit with my family and friends.


70cc alterations
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I love this recipe! The beef shanks are always so tender and the sauce is to die for. I like to add a little bit of red wine to the sauce for extra flavor.


Badamasi Shuaibu
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This was my first time making beef shanks and I'm so glad I tried this recipe. It was easy to follow and the results were amazing. The beef shanks were so tender and flavorful. I will definitely be making this recipe again.


Anwar Cassiem
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The beef shanks are so tender and the sauce is delicious. I like to serve it over egg noodles or rice.


Patryk Gorzkowski
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This beef shanks recipe is a winner! The meat was fall-apart tender and the sauce was rich and flavorful. I served it over mashed potatoes and it was a hit with my family.