2teaspoonsHerbs de Provence(or substitute a mixture of thyme, oregano, rosemary)
3cupschopped tomatoes (30 ounces)
sea salt and fresh ground pepperto taste
Instructions
Season beef shank pieces with salt and pepper on both sides. Heat oil in a large pot and brown beef shank pieces on both sides. Transfer to slow cooker. Add onion, carrots, celery and garlic to pot and saute until fragrant, about 3-4 minutes. Add umami paste and saute another minute. Add red wine, Herbs de Provence and tomatoes; stir to scrape up any browned bits from bottom of the pot.
Transfer everything to slow cooker; cover and cook on high for 6 hours. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
Recipe Notes
For extra umami flavor, add some porcini mushrooms, season with soy sauce instead of salt and serve with a sprinkling of Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition Facts
Slow Cooker Red Wine Beef Shank Stew
Amount Per Serving
Calories 446
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.