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Slow-Cooked Lamb Shanks with Herb-Infused Gravy

This hearty dish features tender lamb shanks cooked slowly to perfection with a rich, herb-infused gravy, perfect for cozy dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 7 hours
Total Time 7 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 600
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Lamb Shanks
  • 4 pieces Lamb shanks Best if browned before slow cooking.
  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil For browning lamb shanks.
  • 1 large Onion, chopped Roughly chopped is fine.
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced For extra flavor.
For the Gravy
  • 1 cup Red wine Substitute with beef broth if preferred.
  • 1 cup Beef broth Can use extra if not using wine.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried rosemary Use half if using fresh.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried thyme Use half if using fresh.
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped For garnish and flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Cornstarch Optional for thickening the gravy.
Optional Sides
  • 4 servings Mashed potatoes Perfect for soaking up the gravy.
  • 2 cups Soft polenta An alternative to potatoes.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Brown the lamb shanks in olive oil over medium-high heat for about 2-3 minutes on each side.
  2. Remove shanks and set aside. In the same pot, add chopped onion and garlic, sauté until translucent.
Cooking
  1. Place the browned lamb shanks back in the pot. Add red wine and broth.
  2. Sprinkle in dried rosemary and thyme. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours in a slow cooker or 3 hours on the stovetop.
Finishing Touches
  1. If gravy is too thin, mix cornstarch with water and whisk into the gravy to thicken.
  2. Let the meat rest for 10 minutes before serving.
  3. Serve alongside mashed potatoes, bread, or polenta with plenty of gravy.

Notes

Prep ingredients the night before to save time. If using dried herbs, reduce the quantity by half. For extra flavor, consider adding carrots, celery, or parsnips.