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Slow-Braised Veal Shanks with Citrus Gremolata

Name: Slow-Braised Veal Shanks with Citrus Gremolata
Total time: 180 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 4 meaty pieces Organic Veal Shanks; 1/2 cup Whole Wheat or All-Purpose Flour; 2 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil; 3 tbsp Unsalted Butter; 1 medium Yellow Onion, chopped; 1 cup Carrots, chopped; 1 stalk Celery, chopped; 1 bulb Fresh Fennel, chopped; 4 Garlic Cloves, minced; 2 strips Orange Zest; 1.5 tsp Dried Marjoram; 1 Bay Leaf; 1 cup Dry White Wine (Pinot Grigio); 1/2 cup Low-Sodium Chicken Stock; 1 cup Chopped Tomatoes with Juice; 2 tbsp Fresh Flat-Leaf Parsley; 1 tsp Lemon Zest

An elegant, festive centerpiece featuring tender organic veal simmered in a rich vegetable and white wine reduction. Finished with a vibrant lemon-parsley gremolata to balance the deep, savory flavors.

55 min hands-on · + 2 hrs slow cooking · serves 4 · about 720 calories per serving

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Sear the Veal

Season veal with salt and pepper, dredge lightly in flour, and sear in oil and 1 tbsp butter in a Dutch oven until deeply caramelized on both sides.

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Organic Veal Shanks4 meaty pieces
Whole Wheat or All-Purpose Flour1/2 cup
Extra Virgin Olive Oil2 tbsp
Unsalted Butter3 tbsp
Yellow Onion, chopped1 medium
Carrots, chopped1 cup
Celery, chopped1 stalk
Fresh Fennel, chopped1 bulb
Garlic Cloves, minced4
Orange Zest2 strips
Dried Marjoram1.5 tsp
Bay Leaf1
Dry White Wine (Pinot Grigio)1 cup
Low-Sodium Chicken Stock1/2 cup
Chopped Tomatoes with Juice1 cup
Fresh Flat-Leaf Parsley2 tbsp
Lemon Zest1 tsp

Nutrition & balance

About 720 calories per person · serves 4

An estimate, not a nutrition label. Portions, ingredient brands and cooking methods affect the total.

To round out your plate

This is a richer dish; pair it with vegetables or fruit and choose a portion that suits you.

Ask a healthcare professional whether vitamin D, B12, iron or any supplement is appropriate for your diet and health needs; food is the first step. Choose organic ingredients when possible.

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