Crispy Pork Shanks

Ingredients

• Fresh thyme (4 sprigs)
• Bay leaves (2)
• Chicken broth (4 cups)
• Celery stalks (2, chopped)
• Carrots (2, chopped)
• Garlic cloves (4, minced)
• Onion (1, chopped)
• Olive oil (2 tablespoons)
• Black pepper (1 teaspoon)
• Salt (2 teaspoons)
• Pork shanks (4)

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 300°F.
2. Season the pork shanks with salt and pepper.
3. Heat the olive oil in a large oven-safe pot over medium-high heat. Add the pork shanks and brown on all sides, about 10 minutes. Remove from the pot and set aside.
4. In the same pot, add the onion, garlic, carrots, and celery. Cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
5. Add the chicken broth, bay leaves, and thyme to the pot. Bring to a simmer.
6. Return the pork shanks to the pot. Cover and transfer to the oven. Cook for 2.5 hours, or until the pork is tender.
7. Remove the pot from the oven. Transfer the pork shanks to a baking sheet.
8. Preheat the broiler. Broil the pork shanks until the skin is crispy, about 5 minutes.
9. Serve the pork shanks with the vegetables and broth from the pot.