Low & slow classics

Timeless classics cooked with the convenience of a slow cooker offer traditional, hearty goodness. As we settle into the cooler months, you will be pulling these set-and-forget recipes out time and time again.

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Osso buco with gremolata crumb

SERVES 4 PREP + COOK TIME 8½ HOURS

4-6 pieces (1.2kg) osso buco (beef shin)

¼ cup (35g) plain flour

2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

1 medium (120g) carrot, peeled, chopped finely

2 sticks of celery, chopped finely

1 medium (350g) leek, white part only, chopped finely

½ cup (125ml) white wine (or additional beef stock)

2 tablespoons tomato paste

2 cups (500ml) beef stock

250g cherry tomatoes

2 bay leaves

2-3 sprigs fresh thyme

mashed potatoes, for serving

GREMOLATA CRUMB

1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil

¼ cup (25g) panko breadcrumbs

1 clove garlic, crushed

1 teaspoon finely grated lemon rind

¼ cup coarsely chopped parsley

1 Season the osso buco with salt then lightly dust both sides of the meat in flour.