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Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 4 pounds oxtails
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
- All-purpose flour for dredging
- 2 leeks, white and tender green parts only, finely chopped
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 1 carrot, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, chopped
- 1/4 cup brandy, cognac or oloroso sherry
- 2 cups red wine
- 2 pinches finely chopped fresh thyme
- 1 bay leaf
- Pinch freshly grated nutmeg
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Serving | %DV |
|---|---|
| Serving Size 206g | |
| Recipe makes 4 servings | |
| Calories 287 | |
| Calories from Fat 124 | 43% |
| Total Fat 13.99g | 17% |
| Saturated Fat 2.17g | 9% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 20mg | 1% |
| Potassium 278mg | 8% |
| Total Carbs 10.87g | 3% |
| Dietary Fiber 1.5g | 5% |
| Sugars 3.21g | 2% |
| Protein 0.98g | 2% |
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