Quick-Braised Lamb Foreshank with Carrots and Mushrooms
A simple but richer lamb foreshank dinner with carrots, onions, mushrooms, and herbs in a quick broth braise. This keeps the dish cozy and focused, with vegetables that make sense for March in Washington.
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- Simple Truth® Natural Lamb Shank 1.25 lb $8.49/lb sale
- Carrots 3/4 lb $1.29/lb
- Jumbo Yellow Onions 1 medium $0.99/lb
- Kroger® Sliced Baby Bella Mushrooms 8 oz $3.29
- Garlic 4 cloves $0.69 each
- Kroger® Fat Free Reduced Sodium Beef Broth 1 cup $1.59
- Parsley 2 tbsp chopped $1.29 each
- Simple Truth Organic® Rosemary 1 tsp chopped $2.49
- Simple Truth Organic® Thyme 1 tsp chopped $2.49
Instructions
- Heat oven to 425°F. Pat dry 1.25 lb lamb shank and season well with salt and pepper. Slice 1 medium onion, cut 3/4 lb carrots into thick pieces, slice 8 oz mushrooms, mince 4 garlic cloves, and chop the rosemary, thyme, and parsley.
- Heat 1 tbsp oil in a small Dutch oven or oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Brown the lamb shank on all sides, about 6-8 minutes total, then remove to a plate.
- Add the onion, carrots, and mushrooms to the pan and cook 5-6 minutes until starting to brown. Add garlic, rosemary, and thyme and cook 30 seconds.
- Pour in 1 cup beef broth, scraping up browned bits. Return the lamb to the pan and bring to a simmer.
- Cover and roast for 30-35 minutes until tender and cooked through.
- Finish with parsley and spoon the vegetables and broth over the lamb to serve.
Cook time: 55 minutes
Estimated cost: $17-22
Health notes: Rich and iron-forward from lamb, balanced by lots of vegetables. Best for a hearty dinner.
Drink pairing: Syrah or Merlot