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| 1 | whole | Beef Shank |
Beef Shank, (pronounced - beef shangk). Cut crosswise from the upper leg of cattle, these muscular rounds center around a thick marrow bone ringed by lean, collagen-rich meat. Tough and...
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| 1 | part | Water » as needed |
Water, (pronounced WAH-ter), is the unsung hero of every single kitchen across the globe. You boil it, simmer it, steam veggies over it, and use it to deglaze those sticky,...
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| 1 | medium | Onion » chopped |
White Onion, (pronounced white UN-yuhn), is the pungent, razor-crisp allium that anchors Latin, Mexican, and classic American cooking. Draped in paper-thin snowy skins, these spheres deliver a clean, sharp bite...
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| 1 | large | Carrot » chopped |
Carrot, (pronounced - KAIR-uht). Bright, earthy, and packed with crisp snap, this iconic taproot vegetable anchors culinary foundations worldwide, most famously alongside celery and onions in classic French mirepoix. Naturally...
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| 2 | sprigs | Parsley |
Parsley, (pronounced - PAHR-slee). Boasting vibrant emerald fronds and a clean, peppery bite, this biennial herb is one of the most versatile culinary workhorses in global kitchens. Far beyond a...
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| 2 | sprigs | Thyme |
Thyme, (pronounced - TYME). Belonging to the fragrant mint family, this timeless culinary perennial features tiny, gray-green leaves brimming with pungent essential oils. Revered since ancient Mediterranean times for both...
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| 2 | whole | Bay Leaves |
Bay Leaves, (pronounced - BAY leevz). Harvested from the noble sweet bay laurel tree, these leathery, pointed leaves have crowned emperors and infused culinary pots since ancient Mediterranean times. While...
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| 1 | stalk | Celery » julienned |
Celery, (pronounced - SEL-uh-ree). Crisp, pale green, and packed with thirst-quenching freshness, this marshland biennial serves as a cornerstone aromatic across global cuisines. Teaming up with onions and carrots to...
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| 1 | teaspoon | Salt |
Salt (pronounced sawlt) is the absolute heartbeat of everyday home cooking, found on every single kitchen table across the globe. This fine, pre-ground table version is a pure mineral crystal...
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| 1/2 | teaspoon | Pepper |
Pepper (pronounced pep-er) is the undisputed king of the spice rack, sitting ready on almost every family supper table across the globe. This convenient, pre-ground version comes from dried peppercorn...
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| 1/4 | cup | Olive Oil |
Olive oil (pronounced AHL-iv oyl) is the luxurious liquid gold of the pantry shelf, acting as a rich, silky foundation that effortlessly breathes aromatic Mediterranean life into your everyday cooking....
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| 8 | each | Baby Leeks » steamed |
Baby Leeks
Baby Leeks - pronounced 'BAY-bee leeks' are pencil-thin vegetables and have a sweet, yet complex onion flavor and a crisp texture. Belonging to the Allium family, it's related to onions,...
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| Prep Time | Process Time | Overall Time |
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| 8 Hours | 30 Minutes | 8 hours 30 minutes |
1. Make a Bouquet garni with 2 sprigs parsley, 2 sprigs thyme, 2 bay leaves and 1 small stalk of celery, julienned, tied in a cheesecloth.
2. In a large saucepot place the beef shank. Add enough water to cover it completely.
3. Bring the water to a boil over high heat. Skim off any foam that rises to the top.
4. Add the onion, carrot, bouquet garni, salt, and pepper.
5. Reduce the heat to low and simmer the beef for 6 to 8 hours, or until it is very tender.
6. Remove meat from the bone and discard the bone, it's no longer needed.
7. Return the meat to the liquid and let it cool.
8. Slice the beef shank into 8 medallions about 3/8 inch thick.
9. Brush the medallions with the olive oil. and grill them for 2 to 3 minutes on each side, or until they are nicely browned and heated through.
10. Place the Baby Leeks in a colander and steam over a pot of boiling water for about 2 minutes.
11. On each of 4 individual serving plates place 2 of the medallions and 2 of the steamed baby leeks.
12. Serve the Gribiche Sauce on the side.
When boiling rice, stir a little olive oil or cooking oil into the water. This simple hack prevents the grains from clumping and sticking together, making sure each grain of rice remains separate and fluffy. It's a small step but it makes a big difference.
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