Osso Buco

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
2. 2
   In a shallow dish combine flour, salt and pepper.
3. 3
   Roll beef pieces in the flour mixture and shake off excess.
4. 4
   Heat 1/2 tablespoons of the oil in a Dutch oven or heavy over proof skillet over medium-high heat.
5. 5
   In two batches, brown the beef on all sides, about 8 to 10 minutes per batch, using the remaining 1/2 tablespoons oil for the second batch.
6. 6
   Remove the beef to a bowl and set aside.
7. 7
   Reduce heat to medium; add onions, carrots and celery to the pan and cook, stirring, until softened, 3 to 5 minutes.
8. 8
   Add garlic and cook until aromatic, about 30 seconds.
9. 9
   Stir in tomato sauce, wine basil thyme and bay leaf.
10. 10
    Add the reserved beef and returned to a simmer.
11. 11
    Cover and bake for 1 1/2 hours, or until the beef is tender, turning the meat once after 45 minutes.
12. 12
    Discard the bay leaf, taste and adjust seasoning.
13. 13
    Sprinkle with parsley and serve.