Venison Shanks With Herbs

Directions

1. 1
   In a heavy skillet, brown shanks on all sides in 1 tablespoon butter.
2. 2
   Add 1 1/2 cups water and salt.
3. 3
   Cook, covered, over low heat for 1 hour.
4. 4
   In a small skillet, add flour to 2 tablespoons butter; cook and stir until flour is brown.
5. 5
   Stir in 1/2 cup water until smooth.
6. 6
   Add to meat and stir until smooth.
7. 7
   Add herbs. Cover and cook slowly 1 more hour until meat is tender.
8. 8
   Add more water during cooking if needed to maintain a good gravy.
9. 9
   Place shanks on a bed of hot cooked noodles.
10. 10
    Spoon gravy over them. Serves 4.