Cook Up Delicious Osso Buco for Stay-At-Home Parents – No Trip to the Grocery Store Needed!

Osso buco is one of the most classic Italian dishes. It’s a rich, braised veal shank that is slow cooked in a tomato-based sauce and served with vegetables. It’s a delicious and hearty meal that is perfect for feeding the whole family.

As a stay-at-home parent, it can be challenging to think of dinner ideas that are both delicious and easy to prepare. Osso buco is one of my favorite dishes because it requires minimal effort yet delivers a big flavor punch. Plus, it’s relatively inexpensive and can easily be made in bulk for leftovers.

This recipe for Osso buco with veal and vegetables has become a staple in my household over the years. I love hearing my family’s reactions when they take their first bite and taste the rich, savory flavors of the dish. This recipe is sure to please everyone in your home, no matter how picky they may be!

Ingredients:
• 4 large veal shanks
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 onions, diced
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 cup dry white wine
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 1 bay leaf
• 2 carrots, peeled and diced
• 2 stalks celery, diced
• ½ cup frozen peas
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the veal shanks, season with salt and pepper, and cook until golden brown on all sides, 6-8 minutes per side. Remove from the pan and set aside.
3. Add the onions and garlic to the pan and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in oregano and tomato paste until combined.
4. Pour in wine and chicken broth and bring to a boil. Add bay leaf and reduce heat to low; simmer for 10 minutes.
5. Return veal shanks to the pot along with carrots, celery, peas, salt and pepper; stir to combine ingredients. Cover with lid or aluminum foil and place into preheated oven; bake for 1½ hours or until veal is tender.
6. Serve hot over creamy mashed potatoes or polenta with fresh parsley as garnish (optional). Enjoy!

When I think of Osso buco with veal and vegetables, I immediately think of my grandmother’s kitchen table where she would make this dish for Sunday dinner every week without fail. My grandmother was born in Italy and grew up cooking traditional Italian dishes like Osso buco from scratch using fresh ingredients from her garden or local market stalls. She would often tell me stories about her childhood while we ate this delicious meal together – stories about her homeland that I will never forget! It’s no wonder why this dish holds such sentimental value to me: it’s not only an amazing meal but also carries so many memories of time spent with my grandmother that I will forever cherish.