Mike Roy's Crock Pot Osso Buco

Indulge in the rich, slow-cooked elegance of Mike Roy's Crock Pot Osso Buco, a heartwarming Italian classic reimagined for your slow cooker. Featuring tender, fall-off-the-bone veal shanks simmered in a savory medley of tomatoes, wine, garlic, and aromatic herbs, this dish delivers layers of deep, robust flavors with minimal effort. A quick sear locks in moisture and enhances the veal's natural sweetness, while a colorful mirepoix of carrots, celery, and onion adds depth to the velvety sauce. Perfect for busy days, this recipe allows you to prep in just 20 minutes, then let your crock pot work its magic for eight hours of hands-off cooking. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley and optional lemon zest, this osso buco is an irresistible centerpiece for family dinners or special occasions. Serve it over creamy polenta or alongside crusty bread to mop up every last drop of the luscious sauce! Complete with simple ingredients and an effortless cooking method, this comforting dish combines timeless comfort with modern convenience.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:480 mins

Total Time:500 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Veal shanks
• 0.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoons Salt
• 1 teaspoons Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 medium Carrots, diced
• 2 pieces Celery stalks, diced
• 1 large Onion, diced
• 3 cloves Garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
• 1 cups Dry white wine
• 14 ounces Canned diced tomatoes
• 2 cups Beef broth
• 1 piece Bay leaf
• 2 sprigs Fresh thyme
• 2 tablespoons Parsley, chopped (for garnish)
• 1 teaspoon Grated lemon zest (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Pat veal shanks dry with paper towels. Combine flour, salt, and black pepper in a shallow dish.

Step 2

Dredge each veal shank in the flour mixture, shaking off any excess.

Step 3

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear veal shanks on all sides until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side. Transfer to the crock pot.

Step 4

In the same skillet, add diced carrots, celery, and onion. Sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.

Step 5

Stir in the minced garlic and tomato paste, cooking for an additional minute to release flavors.

Step 6

Pour in the dry white wine and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet. Let simmer for 2-3 minutes, then add the diced tomatoes and beef broth.

Step 7

Add the bay leaf and thyme sprigs, then pour the mixture over the veal shanks in the crock pot.

Step 8

Cover and cook on low heat for 8 hours, or until the veal is fork-tender and the sauce is rich and flavorful.

Step 9

Remove bay leaf and thyme sprigs before serving. Transfer veal shanks to serving plates, spoon over the sauce, and garnish with chopped parsley and grated lemon zest, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2236.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2081.5

Total Fat 91.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 26.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.1g
Cholesterol 601.9mg	0%
Sodium 5302.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 107.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.4g	0%
Total Sugars 32.7g
Protein 169.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 400.3mg	0%
Iron 17.4mg	0%
Potassium 4487.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 42.6%

Protein: 35.2%

Carbs: 22.2%