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Bas de la jambe

The lower part of an animal's leg, rich in collagen and gelatin, ideal for long cooking. Very common in European home cooking, it becomes meltingly tender and flavourful after slow braising.

  • 2 h 45
  • 4 servings
  • Medium
  • Pricier

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Ingredients

Ingredients

Spices & seasoning

Optional extras

On the side

Instructions

  1. Brown the pieces of meat in oil, in batches, in a very hot casserole, then set them aside.
  2. Sweat the sliced onion, diced carrots and celery for 5 minutes, then add the garlic and tomato paste.
  3. Return the meat, pour in the stock, add the bouquet garni, thyme, salt and pepper.
  4. Cover and simmer very gently for 2 hours 30 minutes, until the meat pulls away from the bone.
  5. Add the peeled potatoes for the last 30 minutes. Adjust the seasoning and sprinkle with parsley before serving.

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