Slow Cooker 12 Hour Lamb Shanks
The kind of show-stopping comfort food cravings are made of, lamb shanks slowed cooked in the Baccarat The Tasty Chef 6L Slow Cooker.
Cooking time: 12 hours
Serves 4
INGREDIENTS
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- ¼ cup plain flour
- 4 lamb shanks, trenched 1
- ½ cup tomato puree 250ml red wine 500ml chicken stock
- 200g carrots, large dice 1 bay leaf
- 4 sprig thyme
- ½ bunch parsley, to serve
METHOD
- Place the olive oil in a large frying pan over a medium-high heat. Dust the shanks in flour, add to the frying pan and cook until well browned. Transfer the shanks to the slow cooker.
- Wipe out the frying pan, place it back over the heat and add the onion. Saute for 2 minutes until softened. Add the tomato puree and stir well to combine.
- Deglaze the pan with the red wine and chicken stock. Bring to a boil and then pour over the shanks in the slow cooker.
- Place the carrots, bay and thyme into the slow cooker and stir well to combine.
- Put the Baccarat The Tasty Chef 6L Slow Cooker's lid into position then turn the appliance on. Press the up arrow to 12.0 (12 hours) then select the Low function. The decimal will flash to show the function has begun.
- Once the setting has completed, garnish with chopped parsley and serve with crushed potatoes. Enjoy!
About Slow Cookers
Slow cookers, also known as crockpots, have become an indispensable kitchen tool for individuals seeking convenience and delectably tender meals. These versatile appliances have gained popularity due to their ability to effortlessly transform basic ingredients into flavourful dishes with minimal effort. Whether you are a busy professional, a multitasking parent, or simply someone who appreciates the art of slow cooking, a slow cooker is an essential addition to your culinary arsenal.
One of the primary advantages of using a slow cooker is its time-saving aspect. In our fast-paced lives, finding the time to prepare a home-cooked meal can be challenging. However, with a slow cooker, you can easily add your ingredients, set the desired cooking time, and let it work its magic while you attend to other tasks. This hands-off approach allows you to return home to an enticing aroma and a perfectly cooked meal, ready to be savoured.
Another benefit of slow cookers is their ability to extract maximum flavour from ingredients. The low and steady heat of a slow cooker allows flavours to meld together, resulting in rich and complex tastes. Whether you are simmering a hearty stew, braising tender meats, or creating a flavourful soup, the slow cooking process ensures that every bite is infused with deliciousness.
Furthermore, slow cookers offer incredible versatility. From soups and stews to roasts and desserts, there are virtually no limits to what you can create in a slow cooker. It is a fantastic tool for experimenting with different flavours and cuisines, as the extended cooking time allows for the development of deep and robust flavours.
In addition to their convenience and flavour-enhancing abilities, slow cookers are also energy-efficient. They consume only a fraction of the energy compared to traditional cooking methods, making them an eco-friendly choice for those conscious of their carbon footprint.
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