recipe by Shelley @dishydishesx on instagram 

As the weather cools and the evenings draw in, there’s nothing better than hearty, comforting food to warm the soul. Our organic grass-fed beef osso buco is the perfect cut for slow cooking — tender, rich, and packed with flavour. With its fork-soft meat and the added indulgence of bone marrow, this dish is a true autumn and winter classic. Slow-cooked in wine, tomatoes, and aromatic herbs, and finished with a zesty gremolata, it’s a meal designed to impress.

Ingredients (Serves 2)

• 500g Organic Beef Osso Buco from The Organic Butchery (2 pieces)

• Plain flour, for dusting

• A knob of butter

• Olive oil, for cooking

• 1 carrot, finely diced

• 1 medium onion, finely chopped

• 1 stick celery, finely diced

• 2–3 cloves garlic, minced

• 250ml dry white wine

• 1 tin crushed tomatoes

• 2 tbsp tomato purée

• 250ml chicken stock

• 1 chicken bouillon cube, crumbled

• 2 bay leaves

• A small bunch of fresh thyme

Gremolata

• 3 cloves garlic, minced

• Small bunch fresh parsley, finely chopped

• Zest of 1 lemon

Method

1. Prepare the beef
   Season the osso buco well with salt and pepper, then dust lightly with flour.

2. Sear the meat
   In a large casserole dish with a lid, heat the butter and a drizzle of olive oil. Sear the osso buco on both sides until golden brown, then remove and set aside.

3. Cook the vegetables
   Add a little more olive oil to the dish, then add the carrot, onion, celery, and garlic. Cook gently until softened.

4. Deglaze and add liquids
   Pour in the white wine and cook for 2 minutes to burn off the alcohol. Add the crushed tomatoes, tomato purée, chicken stock, bouillon, bay leaves, and thyme. Stir well and bring to a gentle simmer.

5. Slow cook
   Return the osso buco to the dish, cover with a lid, and cook on a low heat for 45 minutes. Check, then cook for another 45 minutes. After this, keep checking every 15 minutes until the meat is fall-apart tender.

6. Finish the sauce
   Remove the meat and keep warm. Simmer the sauce uncovered to reduce by about one-third, removing the bay leaves and thyme.

7. Make the gremolata
   Combine the garlic, parsley, and lemon zest in a small bowl. This fresh topping will cut through the richness of the dish.

8. Serve
   Plate the osso buco with plenty of the rich sauce, then sprinkle generously with gremolata. Serve alongside creamy mash, buttery polenta, or homemade gnocchi for the ultimate comfort meal.

Why Organic Osso Buco?

Our organic, grass-fed beef osso buco is sourced from trusted British farms where animals are raised to the highest standards of welfare and sustainability. The natural marbling and slow growth of our cattle create unmatched depth of flavour — making this dish not only warming but also truly special.