Here is what you need:

• 1 teaspoon olive oil
• 4 pieces veal shank, each about 1 1/4 inches thick (about 2 pounds total)
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/3 cup chopped onion
• 1/3 cup chopped celery
• 1/3 cup chopped carrots
• 2 garlic cloves, chopped
• 1 tablespoon tomato paste
• 1 1/4 cups canned crushed tomatoes
• 3/4 cup beef broth
• Fresh ground black pepper
• 3 sprigs fresh thyme
• 1 large sprig fresh rosemary
• Chopped fresh parsley, for topping

Instructions:

1. Heat oil in a medium nonstick skillet over medium high heat. Season veal shanks with salt then sear all four sides until browned but not cooked through. Add to the insert of your slow cooker.

2. Then add the onion, celery, carrots, garlic, tomato paste, crushed tomatoes, beef broth, black pepper, thyme, and rosemary. Stir to mix a bit.
   
3. Cover and cook on high for 4 hours or low for 8 hours. Discard sprigs of thyme and rosemary. Sprinkle fresh parsley on top prior to serving, if desired.

This indulgent, delicious ossobuco goes perfectly over a bed of fluffy mashed potatoes, paired with a bold, full bodied red wine. This is certain to get the cold out of your bones and give you a cause to really slow down and enjoy something special.

If you make your version of this ossobuco and want to share with us on social media please tag us on Instagram @stokesstores and use the hashtag #StokesMoments.

Enjoy!

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thinkkitchen Mandoline  

Our thinkkitchen Mandoline makes prep time easy and allows you to make precise cuts that are not possible with even the most extravagant set of chef knives. Our stainless steel blade can make 6 different cuts, 2 julienne settings, 2 slicing settings, a cube setting and a diamond dice setting by just turning a knob. The uniform cutting doesn’t only bring style to your meal, but with it, ensures that everything is evenly cooked within the same timeframe. Homemade potato chips or a vegetable gratin are now possible in minutes with our thinkkitchen mandoline. Spoil yourself by pairing this useful gadget with our cut resistant glove or make it the perfect gift for under 40$!

thinkkitchen Triple Taste Slow Cooker

We all know the benefits of a good slow cooker! They save time, are economical and there’s no comparing the tender texture of meats simmered in a slow cooker. The thinkkitchen Triple Taste slow Cooker allows you to simultaneously cook 3 different foods at the same time….at different temperatures. You can have your main dish, side dish and even a dessert dish going at the same time! It is a great item to use when entertaining to keep your food warm or hot for when guests are serving themselves.  Each crock pot is 1.5 QT (6 cups) capacity, they are oven safe up to 536⁰ and each is removable and easy to clean.  With convenience in mind, this slow cooker has a lid holder, dishwasher safe lids and crocks, along with rubber straps on the lids for easy portability. At more than 50% off this Black Friday, the Triple Taste Slow Cooker is at the top of our list.

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Pizza Stone

Your pizza making tool kit will be complete with our Pizza Stone with Metal Rack and Pizza Wheel set. The 15” pizza stone will upgrade your homemade pizza by turning out a better tasting, more delectable golden-brown pizza crust. The even heat of the stone let’s you load on the toppings without worrying about making your pizza soggy because it guarantees crispy dough all the way through. The conductivity of the stone saves you time by cooking your pizza faster and evenly. The stone is also great for making flatbreads and Naan bread. Still not convinced? Stop agonizing over what to buy for the gift exchange, the unbelievably low price of our 3-piece pizza stone will have people believing you busted your 15$ Secret Santa budget.

Put your pizza stone to use with our Fig and Prosciutto Pizza Recipe.

thinkkitchen Belgian Rotary Waffle Maker

Have restaurant worthy Belgian Waffles for weekend brunch while staying cozy at home!  At a 60% discount, our Belgian Rotary Waffle Maker is a great gift for any kitchen.  The easy rotating feature and temperature control does almost all the work for you, and helps make a great brunch minutes away! The Belgian Rotary Waffle Maker works fast and produces 7” waffles and can handle all the toppings and fillings your loved ones desire. Clean up is no hassle either with the non-stick surface and removable spill tray. But you don’t have to stop at waffles! Have you ever tried Belgian styled hash browns or what about an omelet you don’t have to flip?

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thinkkitchen Meat Grinder

Our thinkkitchen manual Meat Grinder is the perfect tool for the do-it-yourself, health conscious meat lover!  It has two plates for grinding; fine and coarse, plus a food pusher for safely guiding your meat.  Selecting your choice cut of meat and using one of the two grinding settings, enables you to get your desired leanness.   Ever want to make a chicken or pork burger, but there’s no ground meat available at your grocery store?  You can grind your own! Combining meats and mixing in some extras; like onion or cheese will definitely create a delight for your palate. The thinkkitchen Meat Grinder has a 900ml capacity and an ultra powerful suction base that will keep the grinder fixed in place.  Easy clean up and at under 20$ this meat grinder is an absolute steal!

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