Sweet Braised Lamb Pasta
Serves: 5
Clair Leannon
1 January 1970
Based on User reviews:
53
Spice
49
Sweetness
49
Sourness
40
mins
Prep time (avg)
5.5
Difficulty
Ingredients:
1
Water3 tbsps
Spice (mulling)Directions:
1
Season the lamb shanks with salt and pepper, to taste
2
Heat the oil in large heavy pot over medium-high heat
3
Working in batches, if necessary, to not overcrowd the pan, sear the shanks on all sides until deep brown, about 7 minutes
4
Remove the shanks to a plate and add the port
5
Bring to a simmer, scraping any brown bits off bottom of pan and reduce by 1/3
6
Add the mulling spices, wrapped in cheesecloth or in a muslin tea bag
7
Return shanks to the pot, adding water if needed, to cover the meat
8
Cover and simmer until the meat is tender, about 2 1/2 hours
9
Remove the shanks to a cutting board and let rest
10
Discard the mulling spices
11
Simmer the braising liquid until reduced and thickened, about 20 minutes
12
Meanwhile, cook the pasta to al dente according to package directions in a large pot of salted boiling water, about 4 minutes
13
Pull the meat from the bones, chop it and add it to the sauce
14
Drain the pasta, and add it to the meat and sauce
15
Toss and serve immediately
16
Enjoy!