The Troley Bucco Recipe

Cooking Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare the Pork Shank

   Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C). Season the pork shank generously with salt and black pepper.

2. 2

   Sear the Pork Shank

   In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the pork shank and sear on all sides until golden brown, about 10 minutes. Remove from skillet and set aside.

3. 3

   Sauté the Vegetables

   In the same skillet, add chopped onion, carrots, celery, and garlic. Sauté until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.

4. 4

   Braise the Pork

   Transfer the sautéed vegetables to a roasting pan. Place the seared pork shank on top of the vegetables. Pour in the chicken broth and add thyme and rosemary.

5. 5

   Cook in the Oven

   Cover the roasting pan with foil and place in the preheated oven. Cook for 2.5 to 3 hours, or until the pork is tender and falling off the bone.

6. 6

   Make the Demi Glace

   Remove the pork shank from the pan and strain the cooking liquid into a saucepan. Reduce the liquid over medium heat until it thickens into a demi-glace.

7. 7

   Prepare Mashed Potatoes

   While the pork is cooking, prepare mashed potatoes by boiling peeled and diced potatoes until tender, then mashing with butter, cream, salt, and pepper to taste.

8. 8

   Serve

   Place a mound of mashed potatoes on a plate, top with the tender pork shank, and drizzle with demi-glace.