Slow-Cooker Braised Lamb Shanks
Braised in a slow cooker, these lamb shanks are falling-off-the-bone tender. Serve with buttery egg noodles, mashed potatoes or creamy polenta to soak up the flavorful sauce.
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Review 1 for Slow-Cooker Braised Lamb Shanks
CalGal53
,Sacramento
,CA
May 13, 2013
Ability level:Advanced
Cooks for:1 to 2 people
Cooks:Every day
Would You Recommend? Yes
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Bland bland bland
May 13, 2013
I would recommend the basics of this recipe, but with reservations. First off, lamb shanks do not fit into a normal-size slow cooker (duh) Even if you stuff them in, the lid wont fit on top. . That said, if someone has a slow-cooker that can handle a turkey, this is a decent if bland recipe. Regardless, it needs spicing up. As written it is boring boring boring. I jazzed up the sauce by reducing it with red wine and butter and adding herbs de provence. Still not a winner by any means. But the meat indeed fell off the bone, even with the bones sticking out the top of the slow cooker. Won't try this again. Too labor intensive for mediocre results.
Review 2 for Slow-Cooker Braised Lamb Shanks
CloudNineCook
,Charleston
,SC
March 31, 2013
Ability level:Professional
Cooks for:3 to 5 people
Cooks:Every day
Would You Recommend? Yes
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So easy and so Delicous
March 31, 2013
I have made this a few times. I really think the red wine does so much for the bouquet and flavoring of this dish. Use fresh herbs if you have them. You can use this recipe for leg of lamb as well. As they say, it will fall off the bone. It's easy to make and your lamb loving guests will savor the memory
Pros: Easy, Adaptable, Impressive, Will Make Again
Cons: Cost
Review 3 for Slow-Cooker Braised Lamb Shanks
Dizzo
,Valley Center
,CA
February 25, 2013
Ability level:Intermediate
Cooks for:1 to 2 people
Cooks:Every day
Would You Recommend? Yes
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Simple and really, really good
February 25, 2013
After reading the reviews I was worried this would turn out bland. I used extra celery and fresh thyme, I added fresh rosemary, and I used a can of italian style diced tomatoes (liquid included) instead of fresh - I always use Del Monte because they are very sweet... I didn't puree the sauce till smooth - I left chunks. it was absolutely delicious and very flavorful, the meat fell off the bone. I served it with plain whipped potatoes. It's very quick to prep. I will definitely make this again.
Pros: Good Value, Easy, Appearance, Will Make Again
Review 4 for Slow-Cooker Braised Lamb Shanks
VioletO
,San Jose
,CA
November 3, 2012
Ability level:Intermediate
Cooks for:1 to 2 people
Cooks:Every day
Would You Recommend? Yes
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Would be better with Mashed Potatoes
November 3, 2012
I followed the recipe pretty close and it produced 5 cups of fluid. More than I expected or could use. I plan to reduce the left over sauce and use it with a leg of lamb roast. Four shanks only fed 2 of us.
I think mashed potatoes would have been much more suitable for the sauce.
The recipe photo shows noodles but recommends polenta.
Review 5 for Slow-Cooker Braised Lamb Shanks
Norcaltraveler
,Santa Rosa
,CA
Santa Rosa, Ca
May 3, 2012
Ability level:Intermediate
Cooks for:1 to 2 people
Cooks:Once a week
Would You Recommend? Yes
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Always a winner!
May 3, 2012
This recipe is a great way to make guests believe I am a better cook than I really am. It is almost cheating to get such a nice meal with so little effort. The only thing I changed was the tomato paste. I use the full 6 oz. can because I cannot stand the waste factor. I serve the dish with creamy polenta
Pros: Easy, Kid-Friendly, Appearance, Adaptable, Impressive, Will Make Again
Cons: Cost
Review 6 for Slow-Cooker Braised Lamb Shanks
Cookfave
,southern pines
,nc
October 20, 2011
Ability level:Intermediate
Cooks for:3 to 5 people
Cooks:Every day
Would You Recommend? Yes
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Good, but needs a little tweaking
October 20, 2011
I agree with the others that this does not need the extra 6 hours. I also think the sauce could use more of a tomato flavor, but that's my personal taste. I did have to add more salt as well. All in all, a great slow-cooker recipe and relatively hassle-free once you've done your prep work.
Pros: Good Value, Easy, Will Make Again
Review 7 for Slow-Cooker Braised Lamb Shanks
JulietteEliza
,Petaluma
,CA
October 3, 2011
Ability level:Intermediate
Cooks for:1 to 2 people
Cooks:Every day
Would You Recommend? Yes
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A nice start, but it needs help
October 3, 2011
This recipe is a decent base, but I prefer a more flavorful end product. I double to triple the garlic and I also add a blend of fresh herbs (thyme, rosemary, sage, parsley, oregano, marjoram, etc.) dried would work too, but I prefer fresh. I also dice the tomatoes and put all of it in. For a little heat you can also add 1 tsp-1 tbs crushed red pepper.
I've done this with lamb, beef, venison, and goose. The meat always comes out tender. I'll also cook it on low for 8-10 hours while at work and it's delicious!
Pros: Easy, Healthy, Adaptable, Will Make Again
Cons: needs additional flavor
Review 8 for Slow-Cooker Braised Lamb Shanks
PickyTaster
Western NY
May 2, 2011
Ability level:Intermediate
Cooks for:3 to 5 people
Cooks:Every day
Would You Recommend? Yes
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Somewhat disappointed...
May 2, 2011
I was looking forward to making these shanks. It smelled wonderful while cooking and was very easy to prepare. Long to cook but it's in a slow cooker so once it's cooking, you're done. My husband and I were somewhat disappointed by the taste. Lamb usually has a very distinctive taste and this recipe made it taste like beef. My 3 year old loved it though and despite the average taste, the meat fell off the bone and the veggie sauce came out nice.
Pros: Easy
Review 9 for Slow-Cooker Braised Lamb Shanks
Scorchy
Tucson, AZ
April 28, 2011
Ability level:Advanced
Cooks for:1 to 2 people
Cooks:Every day
Would You Recommend? Yes
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Romantic recipe
April 28, 2011
This is a great recipe for a quiet Saturday at home.
It is easy to fix and put on to cook while one enjoys the day.
The only change I made was I used lamb shanks I had smoked for a short time as part of my annual smoked leg of lamb for Easter.
Pros: Yield, Easy, Healthy, Appearance, Adaptable, Will Make Again
Cons: Cost
Review 10 for Slow-Cooker Braised Lamb Shanks
zekiesmom
media, pa
April 30, 2010
Would You Recommend? Yes
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mouthwatering
April 30, 2010
I used to think I had to wait for a special occasion to get lamb shanks...but this recipe was easy to follow and the lamb was so tender. The flavors melded together for a wonderful experience