Authentic Italian Osso Buco - Tender Braised Veal Shanks

Ingredients

• 4 ounces pancetta or bacon, rough chopped (or 2-3 tablespoons olive oil)
• 2½ to 3 pounds veal shanks (4 to 6 pieces, 2 to 3 inches thick)
• ¼ cup all-purpose flour for dusting
• 2 carrots, peeled and diced
• 2 ribs of celery, diced
• 1 medium onion, peeled and diced
• 4 cloves of garlic, peeled and smashed or rough chopped
• 3 to 4 sprigs fresh thyme (or 1 teaspoon dried)
• 1-2 sprigs rosemary (or ¼-½ teaspoon dried)
• 1 cup dry white wine or red wine
• 1 to 2 cups chicken, veal, or beef stock
• 1 (14 oz) can finely diced or crushed tomatoes
• Salt
• black pepper
• Fresh chopped parsley for garnish