Merlot Braised Lamb Shanks
These Merlot braised lamb shanks are a hearty and flavorful dish, perfect for a cozy dinner. The rich Merlot wine adds depth to the tender lamb, creating a dish that is both elegant and comforting. Ingredients: 4 lamb shanks 2 cups Merlot wine 2 cups beef broth 1 onion, chopped 4 cloves garlic, minced 2 carrots, chopped 2 stalks celery, chopped 2 tablespoons tomato paste 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 sprigs rosemary Salt and pepper to taste Instructions: Preheat oven to 325F 160C Season lamb shanks with salt and pepper Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe pot over medium-high heat Brown lamb shanks on all sides, then remove from pot and set aside In the same pot, saut onion, garlic, carrots, and celery until softened Stir in tomato paste and cook for 1 minute Return lamb shanks to the pot, add Merlot, beef broth, and rosemary Bring to a simmer, cover, and transfer to th...
