🍖 Christmas Braised Lamb Shanks with Herb Infusion* 🧡🎄
Indulge in the warmth and comfort of this holiday favorite — tender lamb shanks, slow-cooked in a rich, herb-infused broth. Perfect for a festive dinner with loved ones!
—*Ingredients:*
– 4 lamb shanks
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 2 onions, finely chopped
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 carrot, diced
– 2 celery stalks, diced
– 1 cup beef broth (add more for sauce if needed)
– 2 cups beef broth
– 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
– 2 tablespoons tomato paste- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
– 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, chopped
– Salt and pepper to taste
—*Directions:*
1️⃣ *Preheat the Oven* Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). 2️⃣ *Sear the Lamb Shanks* Season the lamb shanks with salt and pepper. In a large oven-proof pot, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Brown the lamb shanks on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. Remove and set aside.3️⃣ *Sauté the Vegetables* In the same pot, add onions, garlic, carrot, and celery. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, or until softened.4️⃣ *Deglaze and Add Broth* Pour 1 cup of beef broth to deglaze the pot, scraping any browned bits from the bottom. Stir in the remaining 2 cups of beef broth, diced tomatoes, tomato paste, thyme, and rosemary. Bring to a simmer.[24/03 18:32] Chat Gpt: 5️⃣ *Braised Perfection* Return the lamb shanks to the pot, cover, and transfer to the oven. Braise for 2 to 2.5 hours, or until the meat is fork-tender and falls off the bone.6️⃣ *Finish and Serve* Taste and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper as needed. Serve hot and enjoy the rich flavors!—*Prep Time:* 20 minutes *Cooking Time:* 2.5 hours *Total Time:* 2 hours 50 minutes *Servings:* 4 *Calories:* 450 kcal per serving—This Christmas Braised Lamb Shanks with Herb Infusion brings the comforting flavors of the season to your table, perfect for a special meal.#ChristmasFeast #BraisedLamb #HolidayCooking #FestiveMeals #ComfortFood #SlowCookedGoodness #HerbInfusion #DeliciousDinners #HolidayRecipes
